P.S. 249 The Caton vs P.S. 289 George V. Brower
Public · Flatbush (West)-Ditmas Park-Parkville
P.S. 249 The Caton
Grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE
Public · Crown Heights (North)
P.S. 289 George V. Brower
Grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE
P.S. 249 The Caton and P.S. 289 George V. Brower are both public schools in Flatbush (West)-Ditmas Park-Parkville and Crown Heights (North). P.S. 249 The Caton rates higher on every metric we compare, including overall rating and ela proficiency. Overall: 89/100 (P.S. 249 The Caton) vs 67/100 (P.S. 289 George V. Brower).
How they compare
| Metric | P.S. 249 The Caton | P.S. 289 George V. Brower |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 89/100 (leads) | 67/100 |
| ELA proficiency | 87% (leads) | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 91% (leads) | 69% |
| Attendance | 94% (leads) | 88% |
| Student diversity | 64% (leads) | 58% |
| Average class size | 22 | 22 |
| Parent satisfaction | 96/100 | 96/100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is P.S. 249 The Caton or P.S. 289 George V. Brower a better fit?
- P.S. 249 The Caton and P.S. 289 George V. Brower are both public schools in Flatbush (West)-Ditmas Park-Parkville and Crown Heights (North). P.S. 249 The Caton leads on overall rating, ela proficiency, and math proficiency. The right fit depends on your child — run a Smart Match to weigh these against your family's priorities.
- How do P.S. 249 The Caton and P.S. 289 George V. Brower compare on test scores?
- P.S. 249 The Caton: 87% ELA proficiency and 91% math proficiency. P.S. 289 George V. Brower: 64% ELA and 69% math.
- What grades do P.S. 249 The Caton and P.S. 289 George V. Brower serve?
- P.S. 249 The Caton serves grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE; P.S. 289 George V. Brower serves grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE.
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