Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan 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 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan's student population of 549 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan 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. 238 Anne Sullivan is 0.67, 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
#3439 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
10%
Hispanic
43%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
30%
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
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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. 238 Anne Sullivan's ranking?
P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan is ranked #3439 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan often compared to?
P.s. 238 Anne Sullivanis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 95 Gravesend, P.s. 216 Arturo Toscanini, P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan?
549 students attend P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan?
P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan offer ?
P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan part of?
P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan is part of New York City Geographic District #21.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan located?
P.s. 238 Anne Sullivan is located in the Gravesend neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Gravesend.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My child had a great experience in the middle school science classes, social studies classes, and guitar classes. These teachers really care for the children and are great professionals.
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