Serving 577 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock serves a 0.6 square mile area in Brooklyn, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, typically about 0.5 miles from the zone's center to its edge and extending up to 0.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock's student population of 577 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
577 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock is 0.56, 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
#627 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
20%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
62%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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. 185 Walter Kassenbrock's ranking?
P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock is ranked #627 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock often compared to?
P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrockis often viewed alongside schools like Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School, P.s. 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School For The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock?
577 students attend P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock?
P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock offer ?
P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock part of?
P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock is part of New York City Geographic District #20.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock located?
P.s. 185 Walter Kassenbrock is located in the Fort Hamilton neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Fort Hamilton.
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