Serving 663 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 249 Caton ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 249 Caton ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 249 Caton's student population of 663 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
663 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 249 Caton ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 249 Caton is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#767 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
45%
31%
Black
39%
15%
White
7%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District #17
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 249 Caton's ranking?
P.s. 249 Caton is ranked #767 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 249 Caton often compared to?
P.s. 249 Catonis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 245, Explore Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 249 Caton?
663 students attend P.s. 249 Caton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of P.s. 249 Caton students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 249 Caton?
P.s. 249 Caton has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 249 Caton offer ?
P.s. 249 Caton offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 249 Caton part of?
P.s. 249 Caton is part of New York City Geographic District #17.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 249 Caton located?
P.s. 249 Caton is located in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Flatbush.
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