PS 123 Suydam

PS 123 Suydam is an elementary school located in Brooklyn, New York. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has a total enrollment of 485 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11.5:1 with 42 full-time equivalent teachers. The school’s setting is within a bustling city environment, offering a diverse mix of cultural and educational opportunities for its young learners.

PS 123 Suydam focuses on the development and growth of each child, though current academic performance shows areas where improvements can be made. Based on MySchoolScout's rating system, PS 123 ranks at 3.6 out of 10, placing it in the 18th percentile among New York state schools. In terms of proficiency rates for ELA and math, students are around 46% proficient or above in reading and 17% proficient or above in mathematics.

With a strong emphasis on nurturing young minds, PS 123 Suydam is situated in the heart of Brooklyn, providing its students with access to various city resources and community support.

While current test scores at PS 123 Suydam are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.