Below Average
#4213 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 86 Irvington (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32
220 IRVING AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,213 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#512 of 570
public schools
In district
#20 of 27
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32
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PS 86 Irvington (the)
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About PS 86 Irvington (the)
PS 86 Irvington (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32. PS 86 Irvington (the) serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 86 Irvington (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,213 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 86 Irvington (the) show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at PS 86 Irvington (the) 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 86 Irvington (the) — Students at PS 86 Irvington (the) score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.8%
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: 3.6/10.
How PS 86 Irvington (the) Compares
See how PS 86 Irvington (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
220 IRVING AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 86 Irvington (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 376 (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACHIEVEMENT FIRST-BUSHWICK CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEARNERS AND LEADERS (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,570
Median Home Value
$1,063,700
Median Rent
$2,109/mo
Population
45,233
College Educated
41.4%
Homeownership
11.3%
Avg Commute
40.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.8%
Median Age
33.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 86 Irvington (the)
What grades does PS 86 Irvington (the) serve?
PS 86 Irvington (the) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 86 Irvington (the)?
PS 86 Irvington (the) has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 86 Irvington (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 86 Irvington (the) is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 86 Irvington (the) rank in NY?
PS 86 Irvington (the) ranks #4,213 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 86 Irvington (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 86 Irvington (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 86 Irvington (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 86 Irvington (the) has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 86 Irvington (the) a charter school?
No, PS 86 Irvington (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 86 Irvington (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 86 Irvington (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 86 Irvington (the)?
95.8% of students at PS 86 Irvington (the) 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
- 358
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.3%
- Phone
- (718) 574-0252
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32- District Enrollment
- 9,633
- Schools in District
- 27
- District Rank
- #20 of 27
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