Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 134 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 134 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 134's student population of 519 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 134 ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 134 is 0.63, 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
#335 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
43%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
43%
40%
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
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 134's ranking?
P.s. 134 is ranked #335 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 134 often compared to?
P.s. 134is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 179 Kensington by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 134?
519 students attend P.s. 134.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of P.s. 134 students are Asian, 43% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 134?
P.s. 134 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 134 offer ?
P.s. 134 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 134 part of?
P.s. 134 is part of New York City Geographic District #22 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 134 located?
P.s. 134 is located in the Kensington neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Kensington.
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