Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 239 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 239's student population of 410 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Reach for the Stars and Together We Will Shine at PS 239!
School Rankings
P.s. 239 ranks within the bottom 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. 239 is 0.35, 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
#3493 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
80%
30%
Black
4%
15%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
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
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 239's ranking?
P.s. 239 is ranked #3493 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 239 often compared to?
P.s. 239is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 68 Cambridge, Learners And Leaders by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 239?
410 students attend P.s. 239.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of P.s. 239 students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 239?
P.s. 239 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 239 offer ?
P.s. 239 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 239 part of?
P.s. 239 is part of New York City Geographic District #24.
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