Average
#2914 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16
820 HANCOCK ST, Brooklyn, NY 11233
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,914 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#370 of 570
public schools
In district
#15 of 23
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16
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PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair
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About PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair
PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16. PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,914 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
61% of students at PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair 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 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair — Students at PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.7%
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: 6.4/10.
How PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair Compares
See how PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
820 HANCOCK ST, Brooklyn, NY 11233
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 40 GEORGE W CARVER (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 26 JESSE OWENS (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LA CIMA CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,034
Median Home Value
$1,013,000
Median Rent
$1,613/mo
Population
82,711
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
23.1%
Avg Commute
40.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Median Age
35.2
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| BAYVILLE PRIMARY Bayville, NY | 5.7 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 5 Bronx, NY | 5.7 |
| CASTLE BRIDGE SCHOOL New York, NY | 5.7 |
| CLINTON V BUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 5.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair
What grades does PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair serve?
PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair?
PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair rank in NY?
PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair ranks #2,914 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair a charter school?
No, PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair a Title I school?
No, PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair?
84.7% of students at PS 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair 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
- 216
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.6%
- Phone
- (718) 218-2444
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16- District Enrollment
- 5,827
- Schools in District
- 23
- District Rank
- #15 of 23
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