Serving 446 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, David N Dinkins School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 98% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
David N Dinkins School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
David N Dinkins School's student population of 446 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
446 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Blue and Yellow
School Motto
We Build Leaders Who Make Change
School Rankings
David N Dinkins School 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 David N Dinkins School is 0.71, 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
#2019 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
33%
10%
Hispanic
27%
31%
Black
33%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David N Dinkins School's ranking?
David N Dinkins School is ranked #2019 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are David N Dinkins School often compared to?
David N Dinkins Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 40 Samuel Huntington by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend David N Dinkins School?
446 students attend David N Dinkins School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of David N Dinkins School students are Asian, 33% of students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of David N Dinkins School?
David N Dinkins School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does David N Dinkins School offer ?
David N Dinkins School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is David N Dinkins School part of?
David N Dinkins School is part of New York City Geographic District #28.
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