Serving 973 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone 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 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 973 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 186 DR IRVING A GLADSTONE serves an attendance area of approximately 0.3 square miles in Brooklyn, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, typically around 0.3 miles from its edges and extending up to 0.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone's student population of 973 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
973 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone ranks within the top 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. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone is 0.69, 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
#2015 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
31%
10%
Hispanic
36%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
30%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone's ranking?
P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone is ranked #2015 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone often compared to?
P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstoneis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 200 Benson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone?
973 students attend P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Asian, 30% 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. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone?
P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone offer ?
P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone part of?
P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone is part of New York City Geographic District #20.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone located?
P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone is located in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Bensonhurst.
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