Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 186 Castlewood 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 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 186 Castlewood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
P.s. 186 Castlewood's student population of 319 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
319 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 186 Castlewood 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. 186 Castlewood is 0.74, which is more 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
#867 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
41%
10%
Hispanic
24%
31%
Black
12%
15%
White
16%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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. 186 Castlewood's ranking?
P.s. 186 Castlewood is ranked #867 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 186 Castlewood often compared to?
P.s. 186 Castlewoodis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 133 The Bellerose School Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 186 Castlewood?
319 students attend P.s. 186 Castlewood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of P.s. 186 Castlewood students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 186 Castlewood?
P.s. 186 Castlewood has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 186 Castlewood offer ?
P.s. 186 Castlewood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 186 Castlewood part of?
P.s. 186 Castlewood is part of New York City Geographic District #26.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 186 Castlewood located?
P.s. 186 Castlewood is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Bellerose, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Jamaica.
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