Serving 1,074 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy 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 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to 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 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,074 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 197 Kings Highway Academy serves an attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 0.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy's student population of 1,074 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,074 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy 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. 197 Kings Highway Academy is 0.62, 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
#1798 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
26%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy's ranking?
P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy is ranked #1798 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy often compared to?
P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academyis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School, P.s. 198, P.s. 193 Gil Hodges by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy?
1,074 students attend P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy?
P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy offer ?
P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy part of?
P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #22.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy located?
P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy is located in the Midwood neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Midwood.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great school!! Great teachers and great principals!My children are very excited to go to school each and every day. They love PS 197!As a family we are so happy to be a part of it!
5 10/10/2025
PS 197 is a great school. I would definitely recommend it to all the other parents to register their children there.
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