Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 889 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 889's student population of 423 students has grown by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
423 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 889 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. 889 is 0.76, which is more 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
#2695 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
26%
31%
Black
22%
15%
White
35%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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. 889's ranking?
P.s. 889 is ranked #2695 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 889 often compared to?
P.s. 889is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 889?
423 students attend P.s. 889.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of P.s. 889 students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 889?
P.s. 889 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 889 offer ?
P.s. 889 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 889 part of?
P.s. 889 is part of New York City Geographic District #22.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 889 located?
P.s. 889 is located in the Kensington neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Kensington.
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