Ralph A. Fabrizio School

This school delivers strong academic results that consistently beat district averages — ELA proficiency sits 5 points above the district average and math is a full 12 points ahead. The long-term trend is striking: from 2016 to 2025, ELA climbed from 39% to 71% and math from 52% to 83%, nearly doubling in both subjects. There was a dip during the pandemic years (2022-2024) but the 2025 scores show a strong rebound, particularly in math which jumped from 68.6% to 83%. Grade-level data shows strong performance across grades 3-5, with 3rd graders leading at 88% math proficiency.

The survey data tells a remarkable story: 97% of families report satisfaction, 98-99% express trust in teachers and leadership, and teachers give 100% marks for both safety and instruction quality. Family survey response was exceptionally high at 99% (817 responses), indicating deep community engagement. Attendance runs slightly above district average at 95%. Perhaps most notably, the school has maintained a zero suspension rate for three consecutive years — a rare achievement that suggests a restorative, supportive approach to behavior. The day-to-day feel appears to be one where families feel heard, teachers feel supported, and students are in a safe, trusting environment.

With 920 students, this is a mid-sized elementary that reflects its Bay Ridge neighborhood: 58% Asian, 21% White, 19% Hispanic, with very low Black enrollment (0%). The diversity index of 59% is moderate. Notably, 80.7% of students have economic need — a high figure — and 14% have IEPs, indicating the school serves a significant population facing challenges. PTA fundraising is modest at $28 per student (below the $61 district average), suggesting fewer extra resources from family donations, though this doesn't appear to have limited outcomes.

Bay Ridge is a stable, family-dense Brooklyn neighborhood with strong transit access (78th percentile) and an education-oriented community (75th percentile). The median home value of $912,766 reflects its desirability, and 50.5% of residents hold BA+ degrees. Safety scores are moderate (44th percentile), and the neighborhood has lower stability (24th percentile) compared to family density. There's good transit access and reasonable walkability, making it practical for families without cars.

Bay Ridge is generally walkable, and the school's location near transit lines makes it accessible for families commuting from other parts of Brooklyn or Staten Island.