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Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

Public, Magnet Grades PK, KG-5
104th
SchoolDigger Rank ?
of 2,445 New York Elementary Schools
Better than 96% of New York elementary schools
Summary

PS 31 Samuel F Dupont is an exceptional elementary school located in Brooklyn, New York, serving 583 students in grades PK-5. As a public magnet school that is part of the New York City Geographic District #14, PS 31 Samuel F Dupont consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, maintaining a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for most of the past decade.

The school's academic performance is truly outstanding, with students significantly outperforming the district and state averages in English Language Arts and Math proficiency on the New York State Assessments. For example, in 2024-2025, 92.42% of 4th graders at PS 31 Samuel F Dupont were proficient in ELA, compared to just 54.07% statewide. The school also excels across various student subgroups, ranking in the top 5-25% of New York elementary schools for female, male, Hispanic, white, special education, low socioeconomic status, and homeless students. This commitment to equity and inclusive education is further reflected in the school's relatively high per-student spending of around $27,000, which is significantly higher than the district and state averages.

While PS 31 Samuel F Dupont outperforms many nearby schools, such as PS 34 Oliver H Perry, there are other high-performing schools within the same district, suggesting the potential for successful educational practices to be shared and replicated. Overall, PS 31 Samuel F Dupont stands out as an exceptional elementary school, with a track record of consistently high academic achievement, a focus on equity, and effective resource allocation, providing valuable insights for understanding and replicating successful educational practices within the district and beyond.

644
Students ?
19.0
Student/teacher ratio ?
$27,138
Per pupil spending ?
48.3%
Free/discounted lunch ?
 75 Meserole Ave
       Brooklyn, NY  11222-2669

(718) 383-8998

District: New York City Geographic District #14

Racial breakdown:

White:
46.4%
Hispanic:
34.0%
Asian:
7.0%
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At a glance
Ranking trend: Holding steady — 95th percentile in 2015 → 96th in 2025
Strengths
Test scores above the New York average (88% vs 55% meeting standards)
Ranks in the top 4% of New York elementary schools
Among the top-ranked schools in New York City Geographic District #14
Students meeting standards (2024-2025) ?
This school88%
District avg62%
New York avg55%
104th of 2,445
New York public elementary schools ?
Top 4%▲ up 1 pts since 2015
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SchoolDigger rating ?
2nd of 19Elementary Schools in the New York City Geographic District #14
541st of 874New York City Geographic District #14 among New York districts
Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)
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All Students

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNew York percentileRating
202593.9104 of 244595.7%★★★★★
202497.628 of 244598.9%★★★★★
202395.382 of 243996.6%★★★★★
202296.725 of 243499.0%★★★★★
202195.713 of 220199.4%★★★★★
201988.1246 of 241389.8%★★★★☆
201886.0248 of 239589.6%★★★★☆
201786.5236 of 238690.1%★★★★★
201685.6256 of 236689.2%★★★★☆
201591.3117 of 235295.0%★★★★★
201489.6151 of 234593.6%★★★★★
201393.279 of 232596.6%★★★★★
201292.132 of 232098.6%★★★★★
201194.36 of 228699.7%★★★★★
201092.911 of 226399.5%★★★★★
200986.127 of 225798.8%★★★★★
200887.133 of 222798.5%★★★★★
200786.477 of 221996.5%★★★★★
200685.7105 of 220695.2%★★★★★

African American

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNew York percentileRating
202586.395 of 92889.8%★★★★☆
201971.3199 of 89177.7%★★★★☆

Female

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNew York percentileRating
202589.8176 of 240992.7%★★★★★
202496.636 of 241398.5%★★★★★
202396.239 of 240398.4%★★★★★
202296.618 of 240199.3%★★★★★
202195.77 of 195599.6%★★★★★
201985.1283 of 235788.0%★★★★☆
201881.6331 of 233885.8%★★★★☆

Hispanic

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNew York percentileRating
202591.5104 of 156993.4%★★★★★
202498.325 of 153198.4%★★★★★
202392.368 of 142995.2%★★★★★
202296.533 of 150397.8%★★★★★
202197.17 of 81899.1%★★★★★
201979.8186 of 131585.9%★★★★☆
201884.8133 of 139290.4%★★★★★

Homeless

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNew York percentileRating
202591.747 of 79294.1%★★★★★
202499.23 of 76699.6%★★★★★
202395.818 of 63797.2%★★★★★
202297.310 of 62298.4%★★★★★
202197.02 of 7097.1%★★★★★
201996.37 of 57098.8%★★★★★
201887.256 of 73092.3%★★★★★

Low Socio Economic Status

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNew York percentileRating
202593.692 of 209895.6%★★★★★
202498.624 of 207898.8%★★★★★
202396.552 of 204197.5%★★★★★
202298.321 of 209999.0%★★★★★
202198.45 of 167899.7%★★★★★
201992.597 of 203295.2%★★★★★
201891.192 of 204595.5%★★★★★

Male

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNew York percentileRating
202594.866 of 240797.3%★★★★★
202497.320 of 241199.2%★★★★★
202392.5132 of 240094.5%★★★★★
202295.050 of 240097.9%★★★★★
202193.131 of 196198.4%★★★★★
201988.2219 of 235890.7%★★★★★
201886.4206 of 234091.2%★★★★★

Special Education

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNew York percentileRating
202597.553 of 213497.5%★★★★★
202488.1137 of 211093.5%★★★★★
201973.4245 of 185986.8%★★★★☆
201879.6193 of 194190.1%★★★★★

White

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNew York percentileRating
202592.738 of 140297.3%★★★★★
202496.417 of 139298.8%★★★★★
202395.014 of 133799.0%★★★★★
202295.810 of 139999.3%★★★★★
202192.510 of 122499.2%★★★★★
201994.324 of 133898.2%★★★★★
201884.4127 of 140891.0%★★★★★
How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)
Special Education (2025)98th percentile~ school
White (2025)97th percentile~ school
Male (2025)97th percentile~ school
Low Socio Economic Status (2025)96th percentile~ school
Homeless (2025)94th percentile~ school
Hispanic (2025)93rd percentile~ school
Female (2025)93rd percentile-3 vs school
African American (2025)90th percentile-6 vs school
By subject vs New York (2024-2025) ?
English Language Arts92%+37 vs state
Math89%+32 vs state
Science75%+30 vs state

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by a parent
Friday, March 31, 2017

Open Quote Close knit fun school. Close Quote


by a parent
Saturday, November 5, 2016

Open Quote I couldn't ask for better schooling for my two sons. The school is under excellent leadership of its principal. Highly recommended. Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Open Quote P.S. 31 is a great school. My son is in Pre-k this year and is having a wonderful time learning and meeting friends. Unlike some sites say, they do get exercise. The Pre-k classes take walks around the block while observing shapes and nature. They also do exercises in class. The older children have recess outside in the school yard. This school is excellent. I highly recommend it. Close Quote


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Monday, December 14, 2015

Open Quote I liked PS 31 from the moment I stepped foot into the school. My son had terrible separation anxiety when first starting Pre-K but all of that changed. He now loves his school. Why? Because of his beloved teacher, Ms. Fogelman. This teacher treats each child as though they were her own. Our hearts sing when we are in her presence. The para professional, Ms. Carmela is also a joy. Dedicated, kind and hard working teachers who go above and beyond for their students are what my child has at PS 31. I am grateful every single day.
I have seen a big change in my wild, rambunctious child who found coloring boring before starting school. He is now a patient, focused person who is absorbed in his work. The concentration that previously was lavished on Legos and Transformers has now spilled into everything he does... especially projects. Wether done as a family, in a group or on his own, my 4 year old child enjoys learning and immersing himself in school activities. Isn't that marvelous?! He feels a great deal of pride and joy in the stars and compliments he finds written by his teachers on his work.
My son is learning at light speed. Each day he surprises me with new information.
There are also wonderful ways to be involved as a parent in my child's school. I can come in and teach a lesson on a Fabulous Friday. I can surprise the class as a mystery reader. I've heard other parents talk of feeling like they are a part of a community. Well, I feel as though I am a part of the class.
Perhaps I speak too soon. After all, I know only of a pre-K experience; however, I feel a strong affinity to PS 31. It is known as a Blue Ribbon School Of Excellence, which is tremendous! Along with the strong academics (a necessity) I give it a blue ribbon for the kindness, thoughtfulness and comfort it has been for my family.

PS- The school offers outdoor activities for the younger children and recess for all. Close Quote


by a parent
Sunday, August 28, 2011

Open Quote As a lifelong resident of the area, I could not be happier about this school. This school takes a top notch approach in teaching children. Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, June 3, 2011

Open Quote Incredible school. I could not hope for a better education for my children. Fantastic teachers, environment, and a caring and supportive staff. If I could give PS 31 ten stars, I would. Close Quote





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In the 2024-25 school year, 644 students attended Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont.

Yes! Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 104th of 2445 New York elementary schools.

Students at Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont are 46% White, 34% Hispanic, 7% Asian, 7% Two or more races, 6% African American.


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