Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss's student population of 686 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
686 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss is 0.67, 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
#1251 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
24%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
43%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss's ranking?
P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss is ranked #1251 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss often compared to?
P.s. 215 Morris H Weissis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 216 Arturo Toscanini by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss?
686 students attend P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss?
P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss offer ?
P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss part of?
P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss is part of New York City Geographic District #21.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss located?
P.s. 215 Morris H Weiss is located in the Gravesend neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Gravesend.
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