Serving 535 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 153 Homecrest ranks in the bottom 50% 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 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 153 Homecrest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 153 Homecrest's student population of 535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 153 Homecrest 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. 153 Homecrest is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2223 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
30%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
37%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 153 Homecrest's ranking?
P.s. 153 Homecrest is ranked #2223 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 153 Homecrest?
535 students attend P.s. 153 Homecrest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of P.s. 153 Homecrest students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 153 Homecrest?
P.s. 153 Homecrest has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 153 Homecrest offer ?
P.s. 153 Homecrest offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 153 Homecrest part of?
P.s. 153 Homecrest is part of New York City Geographic District #21 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 153 Homecrest located?
P.s. 153 Homecrest is located in the Homecrest neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Homecrest.
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