Serving 819 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 94 Henry Longfellow serves a compact attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 0.1 square miles. Families within the zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the farthest point being about 0.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow's student population of 819 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
819 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow is 0.49, 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
#1302 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
62%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. 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. 94 Henry Longfellow's ranking?
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow is ranked #1302 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow often compared to?
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellowis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 105 Blythebourne by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow?
819 students attend P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow students are Asian, 36% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow?
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow offer ?
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow part of?
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow is part of New York City Geographic District #15.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow located?
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow is located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 24 other public schools located in Sunset Park.
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