Very Good
#991 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 21% in state
PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
8601 RIDGE BLVD, Brooklyn, NY 11209
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#991 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#108 of 570
public schools
In district
#22 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Academic performance
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock
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About PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock
PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock serves approximately 583 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #991 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock — Students at PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.1%
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: 8.0/10.
How PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock Compares
See how PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8601 RIDGE BLVD, Brooklyn, NY 11209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 127 MCKINLEY PARK (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 264 BAY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RALPH A FABRIZIO SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,656
Median Home Value
$905,700
Median Rent
$1,857/mo
Population
70,756
College Educated
52.8%
Homeownership
35.8%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
41.9
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| BARBARA ESSELBORN SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island, NY | 7.7 |
| BARRINGER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ilion, NY | 7.7 |
| BEDFORD STUYVESANT NEW BEGINNINGS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKLYN LANDMARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
| CARRIE E TOMPKINS SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson, NY | 7.7 |
| CENTRAL SCHOOL Larchmont, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock
What grades does PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock serve?
PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock?
PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock has an enrollment of approximately 583 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock rank in NY?
PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock ranks #991 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 185 Walter Kassenbrock?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock a charter school?
No, PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock a Title I school?
No, PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock?
45.1% of students at PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 583
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (718) 745-6610
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #22 of 45
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