John Wayne Elementary School, is an elementary school, located at 370 Marcy Avenue, Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Dedicated in honor of John Wayne on October 28, 1982, "John Wayne Elementary School Day".John Wayne's seven children attended the dedication.
Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1782 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
70%
31%
Black
19%
15%
White
7%
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
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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. 380 John Wayne Elementary School's ranking?
P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School is ranked #1782 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School?
390 students attend P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School?
P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School offer ?
P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School part of?
P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School is part of New York City Geographic District #14.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School located?
P.s. 380 John Wayne Elementary School is located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 17 other public schools located in Williamsburg.
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