Serving 866 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 866 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow's student population of 866 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
866 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow ranks within the top 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. 94 Henry Longfellow is 0.47, 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
#1491 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
66%
10%
Hispanic
32%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
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. 94 Henry Longfellow's ranking?
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow is ranked #1491 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow often compared to?
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellowis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 105 Blythebourne by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow?
866 students attend P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow?
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow offer ?
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow part of?
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow located?
P.s. 94 Henry Longfellow is located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 24 other public schools located in Sunset Park.
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