Serving 847 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov ranks in the bottom 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 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov's student population of 847 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
847 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a safe and enriching learning environment where the whole student is nurtured, developed, and challenged to rise to their full potential.
School Rankings
P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov ranks within the bottom 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. 99 Isaac Asimov is 0.68, 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
#2654 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
45%
10%
Hispanic
19%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
29%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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. 99 Isaac Asimov's ranking?
P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov is ranked #2654 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov often compared to?
P.s. 99 Isaac Asimovis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School, P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov?
847 students attend P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov?
P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov offer ?
P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov part of?
P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov is part of New York City Geographic District #21.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov located?
P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov is located in the Midwood neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Midwood.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I really recommend this school!! It's a really great school and teaches extremely well. They usually have parent-teacher conference twice a year and the teachers are extremely helpful and nice!!
5 10/10/2025
great school,great teachers and leadership!
4 10/10/2025
Attending P.S/I.S 99 was one of the best experiences in my life. I will definetly be sending my future students to this school. The staff was quite loving, Students are diversed, Education is taught phenomanally! However?this school lacks extracurricular activities!
4 10/10/2025
It's a great school,the teachers teach well.However,this school needs more extracurricular activities for the middle school students.
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