Serving 643 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brooklyn New School-ps 146 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn New School-ps 146 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brooklyn New School-ps 146's student population of 643 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
643 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brooklyn New School-ps 146 ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn New School-ps 146 is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1303 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
23%
30%
Black
14%
16%
White
43%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn New School-ps 146's ranking?
Brooklyn New School-ps 146 is ranked #1303 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn New School-ps 146 often compared to?
Brooklyn New School-ps 146is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 58 Carroll by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brooklyn New School-ps 146?
643 students attend Brooklyn New School-ps 146.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Brooklyn New School-ps 146 students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn New School-ps 146?
Brooklyn New School-ps 146 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn New School-ps 146 offer ?
Brooklyn New School-ps 146 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brooklyn New School-ps 146 part of?
Brooklyn New School-ps 146 is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn New School-ps 146 located?
Brooklyn New School-ps 146 is located in the Carroll Gardens neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Carroll Gardens.
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