Serving 708 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty 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 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty's student population of 708 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty is 0.75, which is more 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
#2254 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
40%
30%
Black
17%
16%
White
21%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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. 139 Alexine A Fenty's ranking?
P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty is ranked #2254 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty often compared to?
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty?
708 students attend P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty?
P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty offer ?
P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty part of?
P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty is part of New York City Geographic District #22 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty located?
P.s. 139 Alexine A Fenty is located in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Flatbush.
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