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#3209 of 4,742 schools in NY
Based on limited data
PS 938
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
76 DINSMORE PL, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 546 schools in Brooklyn. Learn more
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,209 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#404 of 570
public schools
In district
#32 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
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About PS 938
PS 938 is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. PS 938 serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 938 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,209 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 192 students, PS 938 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
39% of students at PS 938 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How PS 938 Compares
See how PS 938 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
76 DINSMORE PL, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 938 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 108 SAL ABBRACCIAMENTO (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CYPRESS HILLS ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 65 (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LEGACY CHARTER SCHOOL Saint Albans, NY | 5.4 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 5.4 |
| ERNEST C MYER SCHOOL Hurley, NY | 5.4 |
| MARGARET MURPHY KINDERGARTEN CENTER Hudson Falls, NY | 5.4 |
| MIDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 5.4 |
| NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY SCHOOL Williamsville, NY | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 938
What grades does PS 938 serve?
PS 938 serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend PS 938?
PS 938 has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 938?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 938 is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 938 rank in NY?
PS 938 ranks #3,209 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 938's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 938 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is PS 938 a charter school?
No, PS 938 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 938 a Title I school?
No, PS 938 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 938?
91.1% of students at PS 938 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 192
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.5%
- Phone
- (929) 480-2100
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #32 of 52
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