Serving 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley's student population of 264 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3140 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
50%
31%
Black
43%
15%
White
5%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley's ranking?
P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley is ranked #3140 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley?
264 students attend P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley?
P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley offer ?
P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley part of?
P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley is part of New York City Geographic District #19.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley located?
P.s. 328 Phyllis Wheatley is located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 41 other public schools located in East New York.
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