Serving 990 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 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 990 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone's student population of 990 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
990 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
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 0.72. 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
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
10%
Hispanic
31%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
32%
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
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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. 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?
990 students attend P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of P.s. 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 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 14:1, 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 School District.
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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