The Brooklyn New School, P.S. 146 vs P.S. 172 Beacon School of Excellence
Public · Carroll Gardens-Cobble Hill-Gowanus-Red Hook
The Brooklyn New School, P.S. 146
Grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE
Public · Sunset Park (West)
P.S. 172 Beacon School of Excellence
Grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE
The Brooklyn New School, P.S. 146 and P.S. 172 Beacon School of Excellence are both public schools in Carroll Gardens-Cobble Hill-Gowanus-Red Hook and Sunset Park (West). The Brooklyn New School, P.S. 146 leads on student diversity; P.S. 172 Beacon School of Excellence leads on attendance and parent satisfaction.
How they compare
| Metric | The Brooklyn New School, P.S. 146 | P.S. 172 Beacon School of Excellence |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | — | 95/100 |
| ELA proficiency | — | 93% |
| Math proficiency | — | 97% |
| Attendance | 93% | 93% (leads) |
| Student diversity | 81% (leads) | 58% |
| Average class size | 25 | 25 |
| Parent satisfaction | 93/100 | 97/100 (leads) |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is The Brooklyn New School, P.S. 146 or P.S. 172 Beacon School of Excellence a better fit?
- The Brooklyn New School, P.S. 146 and P.S. 172 Beacon School of Excellence are both public schools in Carroll Gardens-Cobble Hill-Gowanus-Red Hook and Sunset Park (West). The Brooklyn New School, P.S. 146 leads on student diversity, while P.S. 172 Beacon School of Excellence leads on attendance and parent satisfaction. The right fit depends on your child — run a Smart Match to weigh these against your family's priorities.
- What grades do The Brooklyn New School, P.S. 146 and P.S. 172 Beacon School of Excellence serve?
- The Brooklyn New School, P.S. 146 serves grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE; P.S. 172 Beacon School of Excellence serves grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE.
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