M.S. 935

M.S. 935 (19K935) is a public school in District 19, Crown Heights South, Brooklyn, serving grades 6–8. In 2026, 43% of tested students were proficient in reading and 35% were proficient in math (NYC DOE). Enrollment was 346 students in 2025–26 (NYC DOE).

At a glance for families

  • Grades served: 6–8
  • Neighborhood: Crown Heights South
  • Zoned

Locations (1)

M.S. 935
76 Dinsmore Place
Brooklyn, Crown Heights South

School Quality

The one thing to remember

2026 reading (43%) and math (35%) proficiency are both about typical for NYC middle schools, including those with similar economic need.

Also worth knowing: Students here gain less than at most schools serving similar students (2024–25).

What the numbers say

  • Reading is down 9 points since 2023, while citywide reading fell 2 points; about typical for NYC middle schools with similar economic need.
  • Family satisfaction (2026) is 97%, higher than most NYC middle schools.
  • Math is down 10 points since 2023, while citywide math rose 6 points; about typical for NYC middle schools with similar economic need.

What its own parents say

98%

of parents trust the principal

98%

trust their child's teachers

97%

satisfied with the education overall

NYC School Survey 2026. 69% of families answered.

Test scores in context

Student progress (2024–25)

DOE School Quality Report

Students here gain less than at most schools serving similar students

Impact score: 0.21 · 1st percentile

The DOE compares results with those of students with similar starting points and backgrounds.

View this school's official NYC DOE School Quality Snapshot

Reading

43%

2026

students scored at Level 3 or 4

350 students tested

Level 128%
Level 230%
Level 323%
Level 419%

Results for students in special education and general education students (2026)

Students in special education13%

86 students tested

General education students52%

264 students tested

See grade-by-grade results
Grade 640%
Grade 744%
Grade 844%

Mathematics

35%

2026

students scored at Level 3 or 4

354 students tested

Level 136%
Level 229%
Level 327%
Level 48%

Results for students in special education and general education students (2026)

Students in special education14%

85 students tested

General education students42%

269 students tested

See grade-by-grade results
Grade 636%
Grade 742%
Grade 825%

Reading benchmarks

2026
This school43%
District 1939%
NYC public schools (DOE)51%

Math benchmarks

2026
This school35%
District 1948%
NYC public schools (DOE)58%

Excludes charter schools. Weighted by students tested.

Proficiency over time

0%25%50%75%100%New state tests58%43%18%35%20222023202420252026
ReadingMath

New York changed its grades 3–8 tests in 2023. Compare years from 2023 onward with each other, not with earlier years.

Citywide reading scores fell sharply in 2026; NYC Public Schools is reviewing the results. Source: NYC Public Schools

View the data behind this chart
YearReadingMath
202258%18%
202351%45%
202445%39%
202542%35%
202643%35%

Proficiency means scoring at Level 3 or above. Test scores are one measure of a school, not the whole experience.

How it ranks nearby

Reading · 2026

  1. Economic need index: 91%0.5 mi away

  2. M.S. 935 (this school)43%

    Economic need index: 86%

  3. Economic need index: 85%0.5 mi away

  4. Economic need index: 89%1.1 mi away

  5. Economic need index: 83%0.5 mi away

  6. Economic need index: 90%0.5 mi away

  7. Economic need index: 92%0.8 mi away

  8. Economic need index: 94%0.7 mi away

  9. Economic need index: 89%0.6 mi away

Math · 2026

  1. Economic need index: 91%0.5 mi away

  2. Economic need index: 85%0.5 mi away

  3. Economic need index: 90%0.5 mi away

  4. Economic need index: 83%0.5 mi away

  5. M.S. 935 (this school)35%

    Economic need index: 86%

  6. Economic need index: 89%1.1 mi away

  7. Economic need index: 89%0.6 mi away

  8. Economic need index: 94%0.7 mi away

  9. Economic need index: 92%0.8 mi away

M.S. 935 vs I.S. 171 - Abraham Lincoln Middle School

MeasureM.S. 935I.S. 171 - Abraham Lincoln Middle School
2026 reading proficient43% (0 points vs 2025)37% (-4 points vs 2025)
2026 math proficient35% (0 points vs 2025)36% (change not reported)
Enrollment (2025–26)346271
Student–teacher ratio (2025–26)11.410.3
Family satisfaction (2026)97%93%
Principal trust (2026)98%95%
Teacher trust (2026)98%94%
Leadership (2026)97%94%
Distance between schools0.5 mi

M.S. 935 has higher reading proficiency than I.S. 171 - Abraham Lincoln Middle School (43% vs 37%) and higher family satisfaction (2026) (97% vs 93%).

Student body

Enrollment

346 students

6–8

NYC DOE · 2025–26

Students per teacher

11.4

students per teacher

NYC DOE · 2025–26

English learners

13%

was 13% in 2024–25

NYC DOE · 2025–26

Economic need

90% of students live in poverty (2025–26)

Economic need index: 86% — the measure we use to compare similar schools.

NYC DOE · 2025–26

Special education

25%

of students here are in special education

NYC DOE · 2025–26

Student body: 0% White, 79% Hispanic, 5% Asian, 14% Black, 0% multiracial, 50% female, 50% male.

Economic need index: 86% — the measure we use to compare similar schools. It combines measures of students’ economic circumstances; it is not a measure of school quality.

More from the family survey

Leadership
97%
Disability support services
98%
Outreach
96%
Facilities
95%
Parent involvement
87%

NYC DOE · 2026 survey

School zone

NYC DOE · 2024–25

Know before you tour

Admissions

Admissions for NYC public schools go through MySchools. Check the attendance zone shown above; zones can change and do not guarantee a seat.

Address

76 Dinsmore Place

How to read this page

  • Test scores measure one week in April. They say nothing about the art room, recess or whether your child will be happy. Tour the school.
  • Averages hide gaps. In 2026, students in special education here scored 13% in reading (86 tested), compared with 43% schoolwide. If that's your family, ask how the school will support your child.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply?

Admissions for NYC public schools go through MySchools.

Quick Facts

What is this provider?

  • Subject: K–12 Schools
  • Sub-Subjects: Middle School
  • Location: Crown Heights South, Brooklyn
  • Address: 76 Dinsmore Place