Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole 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 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole's student population of 481 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
481 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
One School, One Family
School Rankings
P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole 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. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole is 0.71, 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
#744 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
23%
31%
Black
16%
15%
White
45%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole's ranking?
P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole is ranked #744 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole?
481 students attend P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole?
P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole offer ?
P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole part of?
P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole is part of New York City Geographic District #15.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole located?
P.s. 32 Samuel Mills Sprole is located in the Gowanus neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Gowanus.
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