Serving 538 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel ranks in the bottom 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 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel's student population of 538 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel 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. 199 Frederick Wachtel 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
#2244 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
21%
30%
Black
8%
16%
White
46%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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. 199 Frederick Wachtel's ranking?
P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel is ranked #2244 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel often compared to?
P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtelis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School, P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel?
538 students attend P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel?
P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel offer ?
P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel part of?
P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel is part of New York City Geographic District #21.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel located?
P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel is located in the Midwood neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Midwood.
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