Below Average
#3977 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
982 HEGEMAN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,977 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#489 of 570
public schools
In district
#42 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
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PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns
PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns serves approximately 239 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,977 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
72% of students at PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns 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 202 Ernest S Jenkyns — Students at PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.
How PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns Compares
See how PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
982 HEGEMAN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IMAGINE ME LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 159 ISAAC PITKIN (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BROOKLYN SCHOLARS CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,988
Median Home Value
$638,200
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
106,901
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
25.9%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
34.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns
What grades does PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns serve?
PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns?
PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns rank in NY?
PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns ranks #3,977 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 202 Ernest S Jenkyns?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns a charter school?
No, PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns a Title I school?
No, PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns?
94.1% of students at PS 202 Ernest S Jenkyns 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
- 239
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.0%
- Phone
- (718) 649-7880
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #42 of 52
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