Needs Improvement
#4550 of 4,742 schools in NY
Norma Adams Clemons Academy
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
43 SNYDER AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,550 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#543 of 570
public schools
In district
#46 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
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About Norma Adams Clemons Academy
Norma Adams Clemons Academy is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. Norma Adams Clemons Academy serves approximately 556 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Norma Adams Clemons Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,550 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Norma Adams Clemons Academy show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
66% of students at Norma Adams Clemons Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Norma Adams Clemons Academy — Students at Norma Adams Clemons Academy score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.
How Norma Adams Clemons Academy Compares
See how Norma Adams Clemons Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
43 SNYDER AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Norma Adams Clemons Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 249 CATON (THE) (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FLATBUSH ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 245 (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,084
Median Home Value
$866,300
Median Rent
$1,751/mo
Population
100,022
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
13.5%
Avg Commute
46.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
36.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| BLASDELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blasdell, NY | 3.3 |
| BLONEVA BOND PRIMARY SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 3.3 |
| BROOKLYN EXCELSIOR CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 3.3 |
| FRANK P LONG INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Bellport, NY | 3.3 |
| L P QUINN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupper Lake, NY | 3.3 |
| LAKESHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Norma Adams Clemons Academy
What grades does Norma Adams Clemons Academy serve?
Norma Adams Clemons Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Norma Adams Clemons Academy?
Norma Adams Clemons Academy has an enrollment of approximately 556 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Norma Adams Clemons Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Norma Adams Clemons Academy is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Norma Adams Clemons Academy rank in NY?
Norma Adams Clemons Academy ranks #4,550 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Norma Adams Clemons Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Norma Adams Clemons Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Norma Adams Clemons Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Norma Adams Clemons Academy has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Norma Adams Clemons Academy a charter school?
No, Norma Adams Clemons Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Norma Adams Clemons Academy a Title I school?
No, Norma Adams Clemons Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Norma Adams Clemons Academy?
89.2% of students at Norma Adams Clemons Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 556
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.0%
- Phone
- (718) 856-6560
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17- District Enrollment
- 17,805
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #46 of 49
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