Serving 666 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School's student population of 666 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
666 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Motto
Be Wise at 235!
School Rankings
P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School 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. 235 Janice Marie Knight School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1560 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
84%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School's ranking?
P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School is ranked #1560 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School often compared to?
P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 244 Richard R Green by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School?
666 students attend P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School?
P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School offer ?
P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School part of?
P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School is part of New York City Geographic District #18.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School located?
P.s. 235 Janice Marie Knight School is located in the Little Caribbean neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Little Caribbean.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is vey nice and a very academic school. I like that.
2 10/10/2025
This school is wonderful if your child is "gifted" but if your child is an average student or struggling they will be lost and pushed along.
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