Serving 1,058 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,058 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy's student population of 1,058 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,058 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1798 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
54%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy's ranking?
P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy is ranked #1798 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy often compared to?
P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academyis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 198, P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School, P.s. 193 Gil Hodges by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy?
1,058 students attend P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy?
P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy offer ?
P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy part of?
P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #22 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy located?
P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy is located in the Midwood neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Midwood.
School Reviews
5 7/1/2019
PS 197 is a great school. I would definitely recommend it to all the other parents to register their children there.
5 3/23/2019
Great school!! Great teachers and great principals!My children are very excited to go to school each and every day. They love PS 197!As a family we are so happy to be a part of it!
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