Needs Improvement
#4480 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 889
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
21 HINCKLEY PL, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,480 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#540 of 570
public schools
In district
#39 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
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PS 889
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 889
PS 889 is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22. PS 889 serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 889 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,480 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 889 show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 889 — Students at PS 889 score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 8 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: 1.3/10.
How PS 889 Compares
See how PS 889 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
21 HINCKLEY PL, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 889 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 134 (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 249 CATON (THE) (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 230 DORIS L COHEN (rated 7.0/10, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| MS 890 Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 8.3 |
| MS 839 Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| YESHIVAT SHAARE TORAH GIRLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| BROOKLYN COLLEGE ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| CORTELYOU EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | — |
| PS 130 PARKSIDE (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 139 ALEXINE A FENTY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| JHS 62 DITMAS Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| YESHIVA BONIM LAMOKOM Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 249 CATON (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 179 KENSINGTON Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 245 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 15.2 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 230 DORIS L COHEN Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| BNOS YERUSMALAYIM Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 217 COLONEL DAVID MARCUS SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| GAN YISROEL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| BROOKLYN DREAMS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 134 Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,916
Median Home Value
$914,300
Median Rent
$1,966/mo
Population
71,313
College Educated
51%
Homeownership
37.9%
Avg Commute
40.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 3.5 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4 Bronx, NY | 3.5 |
| DAVID PATERSON SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 3.5 |
| FORK LANE SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 3.5 |
| HEMPSTEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Valley, NY | 3.5 |
| JOSEPH MCNEIL SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 889
What grades does PS 889 serve?
PS 889 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 889?
PS 889 has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 889?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 889 is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 889 rank in NY?
PS 889 ranks #4,480 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 889's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 889 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 889?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 889 has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is PS 889 a charter school?
No, PS 889 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 889 a Title I school?
No, PS 889 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 889?
50.7% of students at PS 889 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
- 406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.1%
- Phone
- (929) 397-9171
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22- District Enrollment
- 31,726
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #39 of 40
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