P.S. 312 Bergen Beach

P.S. 312 outperforms the District 22 average in both subjects — ELA at 63.6% versus the district average of 61%, and math at 70.8% versus 60.5%. The school's math performance is notably strong, having climbed steadily from 52.4% in 2016 to 70.8% in 2025, a gain of over 18 percentage points. ELA has been more variable, dipping to 50.2% in 2024 before recovering to 63.6% in 2025. Grade 3 students perform best, with 78.9% math proficiency and 73% ELA proficiency, while Grade 4 shows more struggle, particularly in ELA at 55.7%. The school earns a 2.69 overall score, above the district average of 2.43.

The survey data tells a compelling story: families and teachers love this school. Parent satisfaction hits 95% (above the 91% district average), and trust metrics are exceptional — 98% parent-teacher trust, 94% parent-principal trust, and 97% teacher-principal trust. Teachers report 99% instruction quality and 99% safety, with 100% collegial trust among staff. The school has maintained zero suspensions for three consecutive years. However, chronic absenteeism is a concern at 69.7%, notably high for an elementary school, with particularly elevated rates among multiracial students (93.8%) and Black students (75.5%).

With 647 students in grades PK-5 plus special education, P.S. 312 serves a socioeconomically diverse zoned population. The demographics mirror the neighborhood: 37% white, 36% Black, 17% Hispanic, and 7% Asian, with a diversity index of 75%. The economic need index sits at 46.6%, and 21% of students have IEPs. The school community is engaged — PTA fundraising reaches $133 per student, more than double the district average of $56, indicating active family participation.

The Marine Park-Mill Basin-Bergen Beach area is a stable, middle-class Brooklyn neighborhood with a 73.9% homeownership rate and median household income of $108,395. The area scores high on education orientation (80.46) and family stability, though transit options are moderate (59). Safety scores are moderate (67.43), and the neighborhood offers access to Marine Park for outdoor activities. With only 7% poverty and strong educational focus, families here prioritize schools.

The neighborhood is residential and walkable, with many families arriving on foot. However, public transit access is moderate — families relying on buses or subways may find the commute less convenient than in more transit-dense areas.