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PS 100 Isaac Clason

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8

800 TAYLOR AVE, Bronx, NY 10473

Enrollment

441

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,521 of 4,742

In Bronx

#418 of 452

public schools

In district

#47 of 51

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8

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PS 100 Isaac Clason

3.4/10

Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 100 Isaac Clason

PS 100 Isaac Clason is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. PS 100 Isaac Clason serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 100 Isaac Clason has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,521 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 100 Isaac Clason show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.6
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

59% of students at PS 100 Isaac Clason 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-36.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-39.4 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Chronic Absenteeism59.2%

PS 100 Isaac Clason — Students at PS 100 Isaac Clason score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 26.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 28.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
86%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
15%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
8%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
19.6%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
17.2%
ELA
21.5%

* 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 PS 100 Isaac Clason Compares

See how PS 100 Isaac Clason performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.4/10
5th percentile in NY
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
59.2%

Location

800 TAYLOR AVE, Bronx, NY 10473

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 100 Isaac Clason may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 107 (rated 6.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONX 4 (rated 6.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
JHS 131 ALBERT EINSTEIN Bronx 0.2 mi 5.5
SOUNDVIEW ACADEMY FOR CULTURE AND SCHOLARSHIP Bronx 0.2 mi 4.4
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONX 4 Bronx 0.2 mi 6.0
HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 5.7
GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 6.3
PS 69 JOURNEY PREP SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 3.9
PS 583 Bronx 0.4 mi 3.0
PS 107 Bronx 0.4 mi 6.2
PS 182 Bronx 0.4 mi 4.4
GOTHAM COLLABORATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 5.6
MILLENIUM ART ACADEMY Bronx 0.4 mi 6.3
BRONX COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 5.3
ANTONIA PANTOJA PREPARATORY ACADEMY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 3.6
BRONX BRIDGES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 8.3
BRONX COMPASS HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 6.8
DR EMMETT W BASSETT SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.5 mi 5.8
PUGSLEY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx 0.6 mi 7.2
WOMEN'S ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Bronx 0.6 mi 8.0
ARCHIMEDES ACAD-MATH SCI TECH Bronx 0.6 mi 6.3
BRONX MATHEMATICS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10473 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,609

Median Home Value

$586,800

Median Rent

$1,131/mo

Population

59,778

College Educated

23.8%

Homeownership

28.3%

Avg Commute

43.4 min

Poverty Rate

24.1%

Median Age

38.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 100 Isaac Clason

What grades does PS 100 Isaac Clason serve?

PS 100 Isaac Clason serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 100 Isaac Clason?

PS 100 Isaac Clason has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 100 Isaac Clason?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 100 Isaac Clason is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 100 Isaac Clason rank in NY?

PS 100 Isaac Clason ranks #4,521 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 100 Isaac Clason's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 100 Isaac Clason has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 PS 100 Isaac Clason?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 100 Isaac Clason has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 100 Isaac Clason a charter school?

No, PS 100 Isaac Clason is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 100 Isaac Clason a Title I school?

No, PS 100 Isaac Clason is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 100 Isaac Clason?

94.3% of students at PS 100 Isaac Clason qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
80 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
59.2%

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