Excellent
#205 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 4% in state
PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
5010 6TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11220
Enrollment
866
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
866
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#205 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#15 of 570
public schools
In district
#3 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the)
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the)
PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15. PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) serves approximately 866 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #205 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) — Students at PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.3%
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: 9.0/10.
How PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) Compares
See how PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5010 6TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 11220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,201
Median Home Value
$1,021,200
Median Rent
$1,688/mo
Population
90,792
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
27.6%
Avg Commute
43.6 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
37.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the)
What grades does PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) serve?
PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the)?
PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) has an enrollment of approximately 866 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) rank in NY?
PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) ranks #205 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 94 Henry Longfellow (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) a charter school?
No, PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 94 Henry Longfellow (the)?
97.3% of students at PS 94 Henry Longfellow (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
- 866
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 89
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.8%
- Phone
- (718) 435-6034
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15- District Enrollment
- 26,808
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #3 of 49
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