Serving 173 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 16 Leonard Dunkly serves an attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY that spans approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly's student population of 173 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
173 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly ranks within the bottom 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. 16 Leonard Dunkly is 0.52, 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
#4253 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
62%
31%
Black
31%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
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. 16 Leonard Dunkly's ranking?
P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly is ranked #4253 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly often compared to?
P.s. 16 Leonard Dunklyis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 17 Henry D Woodworth, P.s. 132 Conselyea School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly?
173 students attend P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly?
P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly offer ?
P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly part of?
P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly is part of New York City Geographic District #14.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly located?
P.s. 16 Leonard Dunkly is located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 17 other public schools located in Williamsburg.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
PS 16 has a dedicated staff that works hard and are there at the crack of dawn to make sure the day runs smoothly and the instruction is rigorous!! The school offers a wide range of programs from chess, ballroom dancing, as well as instruments and crochet club, at lets not forget the choir and basketball! it's a small school with a home like environment!!,
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