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P.S. 16 Leonard Dunkly

Public | PK-5 | 286 students
 

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Posted April 29, 2012
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I played the president of the united states I was the former student there in the mid to late 1970s.brings back lots of memories.

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Posted May 29, 2011
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i've been to ps 16 for 3 whole school years now im doing my last year in elementry in nc but ps 16 is wonderful school if you have kids and you stay in brooklyn then you should put them in ps 16 because its not just about the fun its the work and learning they have its like a new journey to a new places but its helpful and fun and this is coming from a girl whos really been theres for like her whooe life ps 16 is me! that why i will always love ps 16 i miss you!!! true story.

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Posted May 18, 2010
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I am very pleased with P.S. 16 my daughter has been attending for the past 2 yrs & it has been a great experience. The staff is very friendy & inviting. They have various programs that keep the children entertained, learning & intrigued. I look forward to many yrs here since I have 1 younger child attending & a smaller one going in. Ms. Mariona has been very instrumental in preparing my daughter for her State Exams & thank her for all her hard work. =)
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Posted May 5, 2010
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My daughter has been there for only two yrs and I am pleased with the outcome. She's graduating this yr with the help of her teacher Mr M & the school staff, I am looking forward to next yr were I'll have a child entering kindergarden... Keep up the good work.
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Posted May 4, 2010
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P.S 16 is a great school! The teachers work close with the parents to help their child learn to the best of their ability and prepare them for the future. The principal is involved in the kids education!!!
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Posted May 3, 2010
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My children have graduated and I have one more there. The school staff is very family oriented. The atmosphere is calm.
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Posted May 1, 2010
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The teachers really care about their students and hold them to a higher standard to prepare them for the future.
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Posted February 15, 2005
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This school has undergone great changes for the better. It's in a safe neighborhood with minimal security needed. My only wish is that they would get the funding needed to make it an even better educational foundation for the kids who attend.
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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

51 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
33%

2011

 
 
28%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

51 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
35%

2011

 
 
47%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

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Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 60% in 2012.

48 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
33%

2011

 
 
38%
Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2012.

48 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
53%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2011.

48 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
75%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 58% in 2012.

41 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
29%

2011

 
 
22%
Math

The state average for Math was 66% in 2012.

42 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
54%

2011

 
 
39%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

In 2009-2010, this school was given a grade of "C" for the elementary school level.

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Progress Report Grades measure the school's contribution to student learning in three areas: School Environment, Student Performance and Student Progress. Schools can receive additional credit for achieving exemplary performance progress among high-needs students. Progress Report Grades range from A to F.

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 72% 22%
Black 26% 19%
Asian 1% 8%
White 1% 49%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 1%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Two or more races 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 184%N/A48%
Limited English proficient 212%N/A7%
Source: 1 NCES, 2010-2011
Source: 2 NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 14%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 40%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 17%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

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School Leader's name
  • Mary Renny

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