Serving 480 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 149 Danny Kaye ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 149 Danny Kaye ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps 149 Danny Kaye's student population of 480 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 149 Danny Kaye ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 149 Danny Kaye is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1624 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
38%
29%
Black
56%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 149 Danny Kaye's ranking?
Ps 149 Danny Kaye is ranked #1624 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 149 Danny Kaye often compared to?
Ps 149 Danny Kayeis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 13 Roberto Clemente by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 149 Danny Kaye?
480 students attend Ps 149 Danny Kaye.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Ps 149 Danny Kaye students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 149 Danny Kaye?
Ps 149 Danny Kaye has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 149 Danny Kaye offer ?
Ps 149 Danny Kaye offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 149 Danny Kaye part of?
Ps 149 Danny Kaye is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 149 Danny Kaye located?
Ps 149 Danny Kaye is located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 41 other public schools located in East New York.
School Reviews
5 6/14/2010
I am so impressed with the quality of education my five year old daughter is getting at this school. When she reads, people don't beleive she is only in kindergarten level.The way this school involves parents in their children's education is amazing.
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