Serving 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 86 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 86 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
P.s. 86's student population of 689 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
689 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dream it! Believe it! Achieve it!
School Rankings
P.s. 86 ranks within the top 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 is 0.58, 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
#2133 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
55%
10%
Hispanic
35%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District #28
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 86's ranking?
P.s. 86 is ranked #2133 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 86 often compared to?
P.s. 86is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 131 Abigail Adams, P.s. 182 Samantha Smith by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 86?
689 students attend P.s. 86.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of P.s. 86 students are Asian, 35% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 86?
P.s. 86 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 86 offer ?
P.s. 86 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 86 part of?
P.s. 86 is part of New York City Geographic District #28.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this school is the coolest school ever it has after school and dance cheerleding and saftey patrol and helpers to the teachers
5 10/10/2025
Looks like a great school.
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