Serving 188 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School 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 40-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School's student population of 188 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Together We Aspire, Together We Achieve.
School Rankings
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School 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 Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School is 0.48, 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
#2823 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
22%
30%
Black
69%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School's ranking?
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School is ranked #2823 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School often compared to?
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Brownstone School, P.s. 40 George W Carver by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School?
188 students attend Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School?
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School offer ?
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School part of?
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School is part of New York City Geographic District #17 School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School located?
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School is located in the Ocean Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Ocean Hill.
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