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#4265 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 123 Suydam
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32
100 IRVING AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,265 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#516 of 570
public schools
In district
#22 of 27
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32
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PS 123 Suydam
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 123 Suydam
PS 123 Suydam is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32. PS 123 Suydam serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 123 Suydam has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,265 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 123 Suydam show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at PS 123 Suydam 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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PS 123 Suydam — Students at PS 123 Suydam score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 3.7/10.
How PS 123 Suydam Compares
See how PS 123 Suydam performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 IRVING AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 123 Suydam may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 376 (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACHIEVEMENT FIRST-BUSHWICK CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEARNERS AND LEADERS (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JHS 162 WILLOUGHBY (THE) Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 86 IRVINGTON (THE) Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| IS 347 SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| IS 349 MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 376 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| JHS 383 PHILIPPA SCHUYLER Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST-BUSHWICK CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| LEARNERS AND LEADERS Glendale | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 116 ELIZABETH L FARRELL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BUSHWICK Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 145 ANDREW JACKSON Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 81 JEAN PAUL RICHTER Glendale | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ST BRIGID SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 75 MAYDA CORTIELLA Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| PS 274 KOSCIUSKO Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| JHS 291 ROLAND HAYES Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| BUSHWICK COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| MATH ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| ALL CITY LEADERSHIP SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| EBC HIGH SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE-BUSHWICK Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,570
Median Home Value
$1,063,700
Median Rent
$2,109/mo
Population
45,233
College Educated
41.4%
Homeownership
11.3%
Avg Commute
40.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.8%
Median Age
33.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BILINGUAL CENTER Buffalo, NY | 3.9 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2 Bronx, NY | 3.9 |
| CHATEAUGAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chateaugay, NY | 3.9 |
| EDWARD WILLIAMS SCHOOL Mount Vernon, NY | 3.9 |
| F S BANFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton, NY | 3.9 |
| HARRY L EDSON SCHOOL Kingston, NY | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 123 Suydam
What grades does PS 123 Suydam serve?
PS 123 Suydam serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 123 Suydam?
PS 123 Suydam has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 123 Suydam?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 123 Suydam is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 123 Suydam rank in NY?
PS 123 Suydam ranks #4,265 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 123 Suydam's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 123 Suydam has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 123 Suydam?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 123 Suydam has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 123 Suydam a charter school?
No, PS 123 Suydam is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 123 Suydam a Title I school?
No, PS 123 Suydam is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 123 Suydam?
91.1% of students at PS 123 Suydam 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
- 485
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.4%
- Phone
- (718) 821-4810
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32- District Enrollment
- 9,633
- Schools in District
- 27
- District Rank
- #22 of 27
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