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 14:1 is higher than 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 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- 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 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Motto
We Build Leaders Who Make Change
School Mascot
Wildcats
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 0.72. 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
14:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
32%
10%
Hispanic
28%
30%
Black
34%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
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
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
34% of David N Dinkins School students are Black, 32% of students are Asian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of David N Dinkins School?
David N Dinkins School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than 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 School District.
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