Serving 1,110 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 176 Ovington ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,110 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 176 Ovington ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 176 Ovington's student population of 1,110 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,110 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
2020
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe it, Achieve it!
School Mascot
Otter
School Rankings
P.s. 176 Ovington ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 176 Ovington is 0.54, 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
#791 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
63%
10%
Hispanic
24%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
10%
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
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Otter
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 176 Ovington's ranking?
P.s. 176 Ovington is ranked #791 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 176 Ovington often compared to?
P.s. 176 Ovingtonis often viewed alongside schools like School For Future Leaders by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 176 Ovington?
1,110 students attend P.s. 176 Ovington.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of P.s. 176 Ovington students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 176 Ovington?
P.s. 176 Ovington has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 176 Ovington offer ?
P.s. 176 Ovington offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 176 Ovington part of?
P.s. 176 Ovington is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 176 Ovington located?
P.s. 176 Ovington is located in the Dyker Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in Dyker Heights.
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