P.S. 249 The Caton vs P.S. 316 Elijah Stroud
Public · Flatbush (West)-Ditmas Park-Parkville
P.S. 249 The Caton
Grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE
Public · Prospect Heights
P.S. 316 Elijah Stroud
Grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE
P.S. 249 The Caton and P.S. 316 Elijah Stroud are both public schools in Flatbush (West)-Ditmas Park-Parkville and Prospect Heights. P.S. 249 The Caton leads on overall rating and ela proficiency; P.S. 316 Elijah Stroud leads on student diversity. Overall: 89/100 (P.S. 249 The Caton) vs 77/100 (P.S. 316 Elijah Stroud).
How they compare
| Metric | P.S. 249 The Caton | P.S. 316 Elijah Stroud |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 89/100 (leads) | 77/100 |
| ELA proficiency | 87% (leads) | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 91% (leads) | 76% |
| Attendance | 94% (leads) | 91% |
| Student diversity | 64% | 67% (leads) |
| Average class size | 22 | 22 |
| Parent satisfaction | 96/100 (leads) | 92/100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is P.S. 249 The Caton or P.S. 316 Elijah Stroud a better fit?
- P.S. 249 The Caton and P.S. 316 Elijah Stroud are both public schools in Flatbush (West)-Ditmas Park-Parkville and Prospect Heights. P.S. 249 The Caton leads on overall rating, ela proficiency, and math proficiency, while P.S. 316 Elijah Stroud leads on student diversity. 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. 316 Elijah Stroud compare on test scores?
- P.S. 249 The Caton: 87% ELA proficiency and 91% math proficiency. P.S. 316 Elijah Stroud: 79% ELA and 76% math.
- What grades do P.S. 249 The Caton and P.S. 316 Elijah Stroud serve?
- P.S. 249 The Caton serves grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE; P.S. 316 Elijah Stroud serves grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE.
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