P.S. 102 The Bayview

Test scores at P.S. 102 have climbed meaningfully over the past decade — ELA went from 58.6% in 2016 to 72.5% today, and math from 59.9% to 75.7%. Both metrics now sit above the district 20 averages (66.2% ELA, 71.2% math), placing this school in stronger academic territory than most of its peers. The overall quality score of 2.96 out of 4 also beats the district average of 2.75. That said, the most recent year shows a slight dip in ELA (67.1% in 2024 before rebounding to 72.5% in 2025), and Grade 4 lags behind other grades in both subjects — a spot where extra attention may be needed.

The climate data tells a layered story. On the trust side, families feel strongly connected: 97% trust the principal, 96% trust teachers, and 94% are satisfied overall. Teachers report near-universal trust in each other (100% collegial trust) and in leadership (95%). Safety perceptions are high at 95%. But there's a crack: chronic absenteeism at 81.9% is extraordinarily high — nearly every student group exceeds 78%, with Asian students at 91.9% attendance standing out as the strongest. The attendance rate of 93.9% barely trails the district average. Zero suspensions for three consecutive years is excellent and suggests a restorative or supportive approach to behavior, but the absenteeism pattern raises questions about whether underlying issues — health, family logistics, engagement — are being captured.

The student body is predominantly white (45%) with a substantial Hispanic population (30%) and Asian representation at 19%. This is notably less diverse than the neighborhood's diversity index of 69%, though the school itself contributes to that index. With 21% of students having IEPs and an economic need index of 60.3%, there's a meaningful population with additional support needs. PTA fundraising of $105,333 ($89 per student) substantially outpaces the district average of $61 per student, indicating active family investment in the school community.

Bay Ridge is one of Brooklyn's most family-oriented neighborhoods, with 79% family density score and 50.5% of residents holding a BA or higher. The median home value of $912,766 reflects the area's desirability, though the homeownership rate is modest at 37.5%. Transit access is strong (78.54 score), making commutes manageable, but the safety score of 44.06 is notably low — families should factor this into their calculus. The education orientation score of 75.48 indicates a community that values schools, which aligns with the strong parent engagement seen in the PTA numbers.

Bay Ridge is a walkable, tree-lined neighborhood where many families arrive on foot; the strong transit score also means bus or subway access is viable for those coming from farther afield.