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#765 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 16% in state

PS 29 John M Harrigan

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15

425 HENRY ST, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Enrollment

702

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#765 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#77 of 570

public schools

In district

#14 of 49

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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PS 29 John M Harrigan

7.9/10

Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 29 John M Harrigan

PS 29 John M Harrigan is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15. PS 29 John M Harrigan serves approximately 702 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 29 John M Harrigan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #765 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 29 John M Harrigan show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+30.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.5 pts
Overall Proficiency85% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+20.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism11.7%

PS 29 John M Harrigan — Students at PS 29 John M Harrigan score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 80.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 80.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
96%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
83%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
81%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
86%
2021*
Math
76.5%
ELA
85%
2022
Math
84.1%
ELA
85.4%

* 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 29 John M Harrigan Compares

See how PS 29 John M Harrigan performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
84th percentile in NY
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

Location

425 HENRY ST, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 29 John M Harrigan may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 32 SAMUEL MILLS SPROLE (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, A FANTIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
DIGITAL ARTS AND CINEMA TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 8.4
BOERUM HILL SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (THE) Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.3
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-COBBLE HILL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 6.2
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.8
MARY MCDOWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL- LS Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.5
MARY MCDOWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL - UPPER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 8.4
PS 58 CARROLL (THE) Brooklyn 0.5 mi 8.0
A FANTIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 8.1
COBBLE HILL SCHOOL OF AMERICAN STUDIES Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.5
GUIDE POST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi
NEW DAWN CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.5
BROOKLYN NEW SCHOOL-PS 146 (THE) Brooklyn 0.6 mi 4.5
BROOKLYN COLLABORATIVE STUDIES Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.3
PACKER COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE EARLY LEARNING CENTER Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.2
BROOKLYN FRONTIERS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.5
PS 261 ZIPPORIAH MILLS Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.6
PS 32 SAMUEL MILLS SPROLE Brooklyn 0.6 mi 8.4
THE STERLING SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.2
ST ANN'S SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.6
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn 0.7 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$169,285

Median Home Value

$1,131,700

Median Rent

$3,207/mo

Population

69,251

College Educated

79.2%

Homeownership

35.5%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

35.2

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BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Ossining, NY 7.9
CONCORD ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ardsley, NY 7.9
DANIEL WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY 7.9
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 29 John M Harrigan

What grades does PS 29 John M Harrigan serve?

PS 29 John M Harrigan serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 29 John M Harrigan?

PS 29 John M Harrigan has an enrollment of approximately 702 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 29 John M Harrigan?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 29 John M Harrigan is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 29 John M Harrigan rank in NY?

PS 29 John M Harrigan ranks #765 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 29 John M Harrigan's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 29 John M Harrigan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 29 John M Harrigan?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 29 John M Harrigan has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 29 John M Harrigan a charter school?

No, PS 29 John M Harrigan is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 29 John M Harrigan a Title I school?

No, PS 29 John M Harrigan is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 29 John M Harrigan?

13.8% of students at PS 29 John M Harrigan qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
96 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
702
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

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