Serving 618 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 127 Mckinley Park 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 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 127 Mckinley Park ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 127 Mckinley Park's student population of 618 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 127 Mckinley Park 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. 127 Mckinley Park is 0.68, 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
#726 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
42%
10%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
30%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 127 Mckinley Park's ranking?
P.s. 127 Mckinley Park is ranked #726 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 127 Mckinley Park often compared to?
P.s. 127 Mckinley Parkis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 112 Lefferts Park by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 127 Mckinley Park?
618 students attend P.s. 127 Mckinley Park.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of P.s. 127 Mckinley Park students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 127 Mckinley Park?
P.s. 127 Mckinley Park has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 127 Mckinley Park offer ?
P.s. 127 Mckinley Park offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 127 Mckinley Park part of?
P.s. 127 Mckinley Park is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 127 Mckinley Park located?
P.s. 127 Mckinley Park is located in the Dyker Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in Dyker Heights.
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