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#2631 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
7601 19TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11214
Enrollment
990
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
990
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,631 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#336 of 570
public schools
In district
#45 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone
PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone serves approximately 990 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,631 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 7.6
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone — Students at PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.9%
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: 5.3/10.
How PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone Compares
See how PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7601 19TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE) (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 205 CLARION (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BROOKLYN STUDIO SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 128 BENSONHURST Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| YESHIVAH OHEL MOSHE Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| MAGEN DAVID YESHIVAH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| PS 247 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| JEWISH CENTER FOR SPECIAL EDUC Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 205 CLARION Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| NEW UTRECHT HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| TIFERES MIRIAM SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| EAST ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| IS 96 SETH LOW Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BENSONHURST Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 112 LEFFERTS PARK Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 200 BENSON SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| JHS 227 EDWARD B SHALLOW Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 204 VINCE LOMBARDI Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 48 MAPLETON Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| BAIS SARAH-EDUC SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,286
Median Home Value
$1,007,400
Median Rent
$1,710/mo
Population
88,994
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
33.9%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
41.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PS 100 GLEN MORRIS South Ozone Park, NY | 6.0 |
| PS 107 THOMAS A DOOLEY Flushing, NY | 6.0 |
| PS 175 LYNN GROSS DISCOVERY SCHOOL (THE) Rego Park, NY | 6.0 |
| PS 179 KENSINGTON Brooklyn, NY | 6.0 |
| PS 36 UNIONPORT Bronx, NY | 6.0 |
| PS 45 JOHN TYLER Staten Island, NY | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone
What grades does PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone serve?
PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone?
PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone has an enrollment of approximately 990 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone rank in NY?
PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone ranks #2,631 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone a charter school?
No, PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone a Title I school?
No, PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone?
81.9% of students at PS 186 Dr Irving a Gladstone 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
- 990
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 72
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.5%
- Phone
- (718) 236-7071
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #45 of 45
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