Serving 1,083 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 229 Emanuel Kaplan ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,083 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 229 Emanuel Kaplan ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 229 Emanuel Kaplan's student population of 1,083 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,083 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
“PS229 - Where seeds are planted and children bloomâ€
School Rankings
P.s. 229 Emanuel Kaplan 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. 229 Emanuel Kaplan 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
#1383 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
40%
10%
Hispanic
45%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
12%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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. 229 Emanuel Kaplan's ranking?
P.s. 229 Emanuel Kaplan is ranked #1383 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 229 Emanuel Kaplan often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 229 Emanuel Kaplan?
1,083 students attend P.s. 229 Emanuel Kaplan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of P.s. 229 Emanuel Kaplan students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 229 Emanuel Kaplan?
P.s. 229 Emanuel Kaplan has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 229 Emanuel Kaplan offer ?
P.s. 229 Emanuel Kaplan offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 229 Emanuel Kaplan part of?
P.s. 229 Emanuel Kaplan is part of New York City Geographic District #24 School District.
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