P.s. 938 serves 238 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 938's student population of 238 students has grown by 296% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 325% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
238 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of P.s. 938 is 0.40, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
76%
31%
Black
15%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
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
How many students attend P.s. 938?
238 students attend P.s. 938.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of P.s. 938 students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 938?
P.s. 938 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 938 offer ?
P.s. 938 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 938 part of?
P.s. 938 is part of New York City Geographic District #19.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 938 located?
P.s. 938 is located in the Cypress Hills neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Cypress Hills.
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