P.S. 149 Danny Kaye is an elementary school in Brooklyn serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, with ELA proficiency rates at 79% and Math proficiency rates at 83%, both well above the citywide median and nearing the 75th percentile. Parents consistently report overwhelmingly positive experiences, with survey results indicating high satisfaction with the education their children receive and a strong sense of community. The school's leadership and staff are highly regarded by teachers, who report strong principal effectiveness and a high likelihood of recommending the school to other families. P.S. 149 emphasizes a supportive and happy learning environment focused on maximizing students' social, emotional, and academic growth. The school offers a Gifted & Talented program alongside its zoned offerings, reflecting a general pedagogical focus on advanced learning across its programs.
What this school has to spend, and what it spends it on. Spending is not a measure of quality. Schools serving more students with higher needs receive more money.
Average class size by classroom setting: general education vs. ICT (Integrated Co-Teaching, where general- and special-education students learn together with two teachers). NYC DOE Class Size Report, 2021–22.
94%100% response rate
Teacher survey · overall positive
92%98% response rate
Survey topics
Safety87%city 89%
My students are safe…outside around this school.78%
My students are safe…traveling between home and this school.81%
My students are safe…in the hallways, bathrooms, locker rooms, and cafeteria of this school.97%
My students are safe…in my class(es).97%
Conflicts are resolved fairly in my school.81%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (87%) is their average, vs 89% citywide.
Bullying prevention18%city 42%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate other students.18%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (18%) is their average, vs 42% citywide.
Emotional support83%city 84%
How many adults at this school…help students develop the skills they need to complete challenging coursework despite obstacles?.77%
How many adults at this school…tell their students they believe they can achieve high academic standards?.86%
How many adults at this school…teach students how to advocate for themselves?.82%
How many adults at this school…recognize disruptive behavior as social-emotional learning opportunities?.86%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (83%) is their average, vs 84% citywide.
Academic expectations95%city 87%
In this school, the staff believes that all students can learn, including English language learners (ELLs), Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLLs), and students with disabilities.100%
How many students in your classes…have to work hard to do well?.90%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (95%) is their average, vs 87% citywide.
College & career guidance100%city 90%
It’s a priority at this school that adults…provide students with guidance on the high school application process.100%
It’s a priority at this school that adults…provide families with guidance on the high school application process.100%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (100%) is their average, vs 90% citywide.
Family outreach98%city 94%
At this school…teachers understand families' challenges and concerns.97%
At this school…teachers work closely with families to meet students' needs.100%
At this school…staff regularly communicate with families about how they can help students learn.97%
At this school…school staff value families' race, ethnicity, culture, family structure, and background.100%
School staff regularly communicate with me about how I can help my child learn.97%
Teachers work closely with me to meet my child's needs.97%
My child's school communicates with me in a language that I can understand.98%
I am greeted warmly when I contact or visit the school.97%
My child's school will make me aware if there are any concerns about my child’s social or emotional well-being.
Parent–teacher trust97%city 95%
I feel respected by my child's teachers.98%
Staff at this school work hard to build trusting relationships with parents/guardians like me.97%
My child's teachers treat me as a partner in educating my child.97%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (97%) is their average, vs 95% citywide.
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Rigorous Instruction
Strong Core Instruction96%city 91%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…reading and writing experiences grounded in evidence from text, both literary and informational. [Social Studies].90%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to interact with complex grade-level text and tasks. [Social Studies].90%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage with texts and tasks reflective of their diverse racial, cultural, and linguistic perspective. [Social Studies].90%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage in meaningful discussion that critically examines topics that connect to the daily lives of students. [Social Studies].89%
Overall positive % is averaged across every Pos/Neg survey question per respondent group (school year 2023-2024). Survey topics are the DOE’s framework measures (each the average favorable response across its questions; expand a topic to see them and the citywide average); the dimension scores themselves are no longer in the public data file.[3]
Teacher experience and certification from the NYSED School Report Card (2024–25); students per teacher = enrollment ÷ reported teachers. Fewer than 4 years counts as inexperienced.
Female / male shares as published by the DOE; other gender identities aren’t reported in the source data.
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Pre-K - School Day
Program code 19K149PK · Cycle 2024-2025
ZonedGifted & talented
29 applicants · 54 seats last year; every priority group with applicants received offers.
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Last year’s published figures. Schools make more offers than seats because not everyone enrolls, so offers can exceed seats. Counts under 10 are suppressed (shown as “<10”).
How to read Applications / seat and where the outlook buckets come from is explained in our methodology.
63rd percentile citywide
School-managed budget
$9.7MPositions: 75
66th percentile citywide
Total spend per student
$33,317
49th percentile citywide · city median $33,606
Staffing costs
Principal’s salary
$198K
39th percentile citywide
Principal and assistant principals
$421KPositions: 2
42nd percentile citywide
Teaching staff
$4.8MPositions: 40
60th percentile citywide
Where the school-managed budget goes
These five categories add up to the school-managed budget. They do not include the centrally-paid costs in total spend.
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (98%) is their average, vs 94% citywide.
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…focusing deeply on the concepts emphasized in the standards to help students build strong foundations for learning. [Social Studies].
88%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…reading and writing experiences grounded in evidence from text, both literary and informational. [Science].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to interact with complex grade-level text and tasks. [Science].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage with texts and tasks reflective of their diverse racial, cultural, and linguistic perspective. [Science].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage in meaningful discussion that critically examines topics that connect to the daily lives of students. [Science].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…creating coherent progressions within the standards from previous grades to current grade to build onto previous learning. [Science].83%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…reading and writing experiences grounded in evidence from text, both literary and informational. [ELA].95%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to interact with complex grade-level text and tasks. [ELA].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage with texts and tasks reflective of their diverse racial, cultural, and linguistic perspective. [ELA].90%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage in meaningful discussion that critically examines topics that connect to the daily lives of students. [ELA].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…focusing deeply on the concepts emphasized in the standards to help students build strong foundations for learning. [ELA].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to interact with complex grade-level text and tasks. [Math].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage with texts and tasks reflective of their diverse racial, cultural, and linguistic perspective. [Math].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage in meaningful discussion that critically examines topics that connect to the daily lives of students. [Math].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…focusing deeply on the concepts emphasized in the standards to help students build strong foundations for learning. [Math].100%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (96%) is their average, vs 91% citywide.
Quality of Student Discussion84%city 67%
How many students in your classes…build on each other’s ideas during class discussions?.78%
How many students in your classes…use data or text references to support their ideas?.81%
How many students in your classes…show that they respect each other’s ideas?.95%
How many students in your classes…provide constructive feedback to their peers/teachers?.81%
How many students in your classes…participate in class discussions at some point?.86%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (84%) is their average, vs 67% citywide.
Collaborative Teachers
Cultural Awareness and Inclusive Classroom Instruction97%city 92%
I am able to...receive support around how to incorporate students' cultural and linguistic backgrounds in my practice.95%
I am able to...modify instructional activities and materials to meet the developmental needs and learning interests of all my students.100%
I am able to...ensure instruction represents multiple perspectives, cultures, and backgrounds.98%
I am able to…ensure instruction represents multiple genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations.92%
I am able to…ensure instruction represents multiple races and ethnicities.98%
I am able to...design appropriate instruction that is matched to students' need (e.g. English language learners (ELLs) or Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLLs) proficiency and students with disabilities).98%
I am able to...apply my knowledge of parents' various cultural backgrounds when collaborating with them regarding their child's educational progress.98%
I am able to...develop appropriate Individualized Education Programs for my students with disabilities.100%
I am able to...monitor progress on Individualized Education Program goals for my students with disabilities.100%
I am able to...distinguish linguistic/cultural differences from learning difficulties.100%
I have conversations about race and racism at my school that help me examine my own beliefs around identity.92%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (97%) is their average, vs 92% citywide.
Peer Collaboration96%city 87%
At this school…the principal/school leader, teachers, and staff collaborate to make this school run effectively.97%
At this school…teachers design instructional programs (e.g. lessons, units) together.100%
At this school…teachers make a conscious effort to coordinate their teaching with instruction at other grade levels.92%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (96%) is their average, vs 87% citywide.
Quality of Professional Development96%city 82%
Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...included enough time to think carefully about, try, and evaluate new ideas.97%
Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...Included opportunities to engage in inquiry-based, professional collaboration with peers and/or mentors from other schools.95%
Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...directly related to my students’ needs.95%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (96%) is their average, vs 82% citywide.
School Commitment95%city 83%
I usually look forward to each working day at this school.98%
I would recommend this school to parents/guardians seeking a place for their child.98%
I would recommend this school to other teachers as a place to work.90%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (95%) is their average, vs 83% citywide.
Innovation and Collective Responsibility86%city 79%
How many teachers at this school…help build a welcoming school environment in the entire school, not just their classroom?.83%
How many teachers at this school…are actively trying to improve their teaching?.86%
How many teachers at this school…take responsibility for improving the school?.85%
How many teachers at this school…are eager to try new ideas?.85%
How many teachers at this school…feel responsible that all students learn?.93%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (86%) is their average, vs 79% citywide.
Supportive Environment
Classroom Behavior79%city 66%
How many students in your classes…listen carefully when the teacher gives directions?.86%
How many students in your classes…follow the rules in class?.86%
How many students in your classes…respond to challenging questions in class?.74%
How many students in your classes…do their work when they are supposed to?.70%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (79%) is their average, vs 66% citywide.
Effective School Leadership
Inclusive Leadership97%city 95%
The principal/school leader at this school…puts decisions made with families into action.97%
The principal/school leader at this school…works to create a sense of community in the school.97%
The principal/school leader at this school…ensures families are comfortable communicating with the school.97%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (97%) is their average, vs 95% citywide.
Program Coherence97%city 83%
At this school…once we start a new program, we follow up to make sure that it’s working.95%
At this school…it is clear how all of the programs offered are connected to our school’s instructional vision.100%
At this school…curriculum, instruction, and learning materials are well coordinated across the different grade levels at this school.95%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (97%) is their average, vs 83% citywide.
Instructional Leadership96%city 86%
The principal/school leader at this school...makes clear to the staff their expectations for meeting instructional goals.100%
The principal/school leader at this school...understands how children learn.97%
The principal/school leader at this school...sets high standards for student learning.100%
The principal/school leader at this school...participates in instructional planning with teams of teachers.95%
The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…supports teachers in implementing what they have learned in professional development.95%
The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…carefully tracks student academic progress.100%
The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…knows what’s going on in my classes.95%
The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…provides teachers with formative feedback to improve practice.
Teacher Influence84%city 66%
At this school…the principal/school leader encourages feedback through regular meetings with families and teacher leaders.97%
How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...hiring new professional personnel?.66%
How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...planning how discretionary school funds should be used?.81%
How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...selecting instructional materials and/or curriculum used in classrooms?.83%
How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...setting standards for student behavior?.92%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (84%) is their average, vs 66% citywide.
Strong Family-Community Ties
Building Families' Capacity as their Child's Primary Teacher100%city 96%
My child’s teachers give me helpful ideas about how I can support my child’s learning and development. [Birth-5].100%
My child’s teachers let me know that I can make a difference in my child’s learning. [Birth-5].100%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (100%) is their average, vs 96% citywide.
Strong Relationships96%city 90%
At this school, my child receives what they need to achieve their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goal(s). [Families of students with IEPs].96%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (96%) is their average, vs 90% citywide.
Parent Involvement in School75%city 71%
Since the beginning of the school year, how often have you…communicated with your child's teachers about your child's performance?.97%
Since the beginning of the school year, how often have you…seen your child’s projects, artwork, homework, tests, or quizzes?.97%
My child’s teachers let me know that I can make a difference in my child’s learning. [Birth-5].100%
I know how to contact the Parent Coordinator at my child’s school.5%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (75%) is their average, vs 71% citywide.
Trust
Parent-Principal Trust98%city 94%
I feel respected by my child's principal/school leader.98%
I trust the principal/school leader at their word (to do what they say that they will do).98%
The principal/school leader is an effective manager who makes the school run smoothly.98%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (98%) is their average, vs 94% citywide.
Teacher-Principal Trust95%city 84%
I feel respected by the principal/school leader at this school.98%
The principal/school leader at this school is an effective manager who makes the school run smoothly.95%
The principal/school leader has confidence in the expertise of the teachers at this school.95%
I trust the principal/school leader at their word (to do what they say that they will do).95%
The principal/school leader looks out for the personal welfare of the staff members.95%
The principal/school leader places the needs of children ahead of personal interests.98%
The principal and assistant principals function as a cohesive unit.92%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (95%) is their average, vs 84% citywide.
Teacher-Teacher Trust93%city 86%
Teachers in this school trust each other.88%
It's OK in this school to discuss feelings, worries, and frustrations with other teachers.92%
I feel respected by other teachers at this school.98%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (93%) is their average, vs 86% citywide.
Enrollment
454
Economic Need Index
92%
Free / reduced lunch
100%
English learners
14%
Students with IEPs
26%
$123K
$246K
Pre K / WHOLE CLASS2$115K$230K
2 / WHOLE CLASS2$111K$222K
3 / ICT - Special Ed Teacher2$109K$218K
3 / WHOLE CLASS2$106K$212K
3-K / WHOLE CLASS1$154K$154K
4 / SELF-CONTAINED SP ED1$154K$154K
Pre K / REDUCED CLASS SIZE1$154K$154K
PRE-K / WHOLE CLASS1$148K$148K
K / ICT - Special Ed Teacher1$145K$145K
K / WHOLE CLASS1$130K$130K
MUSIC / WHOLE CLASS1$127K$127K
ARTS / WHOLE CLASS1$125K$125K
PHYSICAL EDUCATION / SUPPLEMENTARY1$125K$125K
2 / REDUCED CLASS SIZE1$121K$121K
3 / REDUCED CLASS SIZE1$118K$118K
5 / ICT - Special Ed Teacher1$115K$115K
1 / ICT - General Ed Teacher1$106K$106K
2 / ICT - General Ed Teacher1$106K$106K
4 / REDUCED CLASS SIZE1$106K$106K
5 / SELF-CONTAINED SP ED1$106K$106K
ESL / PUSH IN/PULL OUT1$106K$106K
ESL / SUBJECT SPECIFIC1$106K$106K
2 / SELF-CONTAINED SP ED1$79K$79K
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$106K
$212K
School Social Worker2$97K$193K
Guidance Counselor1$143K$143K
School Psychologist Mandated Services1$120K$120K
School Social Workers Mandated Services1$120K$120K
IEP-HEALTH2$50K$100K
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY / PUSH IN/PULL OUT1$91K$91K
SETSS / PUSH IN/PULL OUT1$75K$75K
PARENT COORDINATOR1$66K$66K
School Secretary1$56K$56K
Sub Assigned - School Secretary1$55K$55K
CLASSROOM - General Ed1$45K$45K
DC 37 Para More Than 20 Hrs0—$7,938
$93K
$93K
SUMMER STUDENT PROGRAMS$61K
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT$50K
Not Available$32K
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT$25K
IEP-CRISIS MANAGEMENT(CIT)$10K
$55K
Equipment - General$33K
Furniture Object 300$25K
Summer Non-Professional 016$18K
Educational Software$17K
School Funded Copier$15K
Data Processing Repair - Contractual$8,746
Textbooks$8,321
Transportation of Pupils - Other$4,000
Library Books$2,838
97%
How many adults at this school…have access to school-based supports to assist in behavioral/emotional escalations?.86%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (96%) is their average, vs 86% citywide.