Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 257 John F Hylan 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 257 John F Hylan's student population of 474 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 257 John F Hylan 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. 257 John F Hylan is 0.41, 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
#2894 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
73%
30%
Black
24%
15%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District #14
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 257 John F Hylan's ranking?
P.s. 257 John F Hylan is ranked #2894 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 257 John F Hylan?
474 students attend P.s. 257 John F Hylan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of P.s. 257 John F Hylan students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 257 John F Hylan?
P.s. 257 John F Hylan has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 257 John F Hylan offer ?
P.s. 257 John F Hylan offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 257 John F Hylan part of?
P.s. 257 John F Hylan is part of New York City Geographic District #14.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 257 John F Hylan located?
P.s. 257 John F Hylan is located in the Southside neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Southside.
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