Serving 828 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ralph A Fabrizio School 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 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 828 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ralph A Fabrizio School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ralph A Fabrizio School's student population of 828 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
828 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
The P.S. 170 school community will work collaboratively to create a learning environment, which encourages all students to strive for academic excellence, nurtures exemplary citizenship, develops social emotional skills, and embraces all cultures.
School Rankings
Ralph A Fabrizio School 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 Ralph A Fabrizio School is 0.59, 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
#836 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
58%
10%
Hispanic
18%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
21%
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
87%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District #20
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ralph A Fabrizio School's ranking?
Ralph A Fabrizio School is ranked #836 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ralph A Fabrizio School often compared to?
Ralph A Fabrizio Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 222 Katherine R Snyder by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ralph A Fabrizio School?
828 students attend Ralph A Fabrizio School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ralph A Fabrizio School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ralph A Fabrizio School?
Ralph A Fabrizio School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ralph A Fabrizio School offer ?
Ralph A Fabrizio School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ralph A Fabrizio School part of?
Ralph A Fabrizio School is part of New York City Geographic District #20.
In what neighborhood is Ralph A Fabrizio School located?
Ralph A Fabrizio School is located in the Bay Ridge neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Bay Ridge.
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