Serving 890 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason ranks in the top 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% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason's student population of 890 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
890 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason ranks within the top 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. 226 Alfred De B Mason is 0.70, 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
#2134 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
34%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
35%
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
81%
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. 226 Alfred De B Mason's ranking?
P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason is ranked #2134 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason?
890 students attend P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason?
P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason offer ?
P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason part of?
P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason is part of New York City Geographic District #21 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason located?
P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason is located in the Mapleton neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Mapleton.
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