Very Good
#1666 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 35% in state
PS 149 Danny Kaye
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
700 SUTTER AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,666 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#204 of 570
public schools
In district
#13 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 149 Danny Kaye
PS 149 Danny Kaye is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. PS 149 Danny Kaye serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 149 Danny Kaye has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,666 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 149 Danny Kaye show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at PS 149 Danny Kaye were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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PS 149 Danny Kaye — Students at PS 149 Danny Kaye score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How PS 149 Danny Kaye Compares
See how PS 149 Danny Kaye performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
700 SUTTER AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 149 Danny Kaye may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 13 ROBERTO CLEMENTE (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is NEW GRACE CENTER, INC. (rated 6.5/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 328 PHYLLIS WHEATLEY (rated 6.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,419
Median Home Value
$657,400
Median Rent
$1,443/mo
Population
93,445
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
26.9%
Avg Commute
45.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
36.4
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| ARONGEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clifton Park, NY | 7.0 |
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| BOONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boonville, NY | 7.0 |
| BROOKLYN DREAMS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 149 Danny Kaye
What grades does PS 149 Danny Kaye serve?
PS 149 Danny Kaye serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 149 Danny Kaye?
PS 149 Danny Kaye has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 149 Danny Kaye?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 149 Danny Kaye is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 149 Danny Kaye rank in NY?
PS 149 Danny Kaye ranks #1,666 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 149 Danny Kaye's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 149 Danny Kaye has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at PS 149 Danny Kaye?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 149 Danny Kaye has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 149 Danny Kaye a charter school?
No, PS 149 Danny Kaye is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 149 Danny Kaye a Title I school?
No, PS 149 Danny Kaye is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 149 Danny Kaye?
94.2% of students at PS 149 Danny Kaye qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 517
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (718) 688-7620
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #13 of 52
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