Serving 161 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly's student population of 161 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4187 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
58%
29%
Black
35%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly's ranking?
P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly is ranked #4187 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly often compared to?
P.S. 16 Leonard Dunklyis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 17 Henry D Woodworth, P.S. 132 Conselyea School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly?
161 students attend P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly?
P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly offer ?
P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly part of?
P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly is part of New York City Geographic District #14 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly located?
P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly is located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 17 other public schools located in Williamsburg.
School Reviews
5 2/26/2018
PS 16 has a dedicated staff that works hard and are there at the crack of dawn to make sure the day runs smoothly and the instruction is rigorous!! The school offers a wide range of programs from chess, ballroom dancing, as well as instruments and crochet club, at lets not forget the choir and basketball! it's a small school with a home like environment!!,
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