Serving 1,091 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,091 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 86 Kingsbridge Heights serves a compact area in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 0.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with distances to the zone's furthest edge reaching up to 0.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights's student population of 1,091 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,091 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights 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. 86 Kingsbridge Heights is 0.22, 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
#3072 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
88%
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
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights's ranking?
P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights is ranked #3072 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights often compared to?
P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heightsis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 340 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights?
1,091 students attend P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights?
P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights offer ?
P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights part of?
P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights is part of New York City Geographic District #10.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights located?
P.s. 86 Kingsbridge Heights is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is amazing
As a proud parent ps 86, this school will lead your kid to success with a lot of different
After school activities, and the staff is completely protective and caring of the kids
They have a lot of extracurricular activities like dance, science, art, sports Ect. And they
Took my daughter to Paris , Amsterdam, Sweden and Japan
5 10/10/2025
The staff are amazing. They really show love for what they do.
4 10/10/2025
Still a great school. Both my Mom and Uncle went to P.S. 86 in the 1930's and 40's. I also as their child went to P.S.86 in the 1960's. I even had my mom's kindergarten, first and second grade teachers. P.S. 86 is truly a family! Keep up the great work!!
4 10/10/2025
I graduated from here and have fond memories of my time here.I received a great education which prepared me well for life and professional school.
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