Very Good
#1376 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 29% in state
PS 13 Roberto Clemente
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
557 PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,376 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#161 of 570
public schools
In district
#9 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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PS 13 Roberto Clemente
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 13 Roberto Clemente
PS 13 Roberto Clemente is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. PS 13 Roberto Clemente serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 13 Roberto Clemente has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,376 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 13 Roberto Clemente show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at PS 13 Roberto Clemente 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 13 Roberto Clemente — Students at PS 13 Roberto Clemente score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 8.8/10.
How PS 13 Roberto Clemente Compares
See how PS 13 Roberto Clemente performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
557 PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 13 Roberto Clemente may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 149 DANNY KAYE (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is NEW GRACE CENTER, INC. (rated 6.5/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 328 PHYLLIS WHEATLEY (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST EAST NEW YORK CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| NEW GRACE CENTER, INC. Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 190 SHEFFIELD Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| LEGACY SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| FDNY-CAPTAIN VERNON A RICHARDS HS Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR CIVIL RIGHTS Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PERFORMING ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| WORLD ACADEMY FOR TOTAL COMMUNITY HEALTH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| BROOKLYN GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| SCHOOL OF THE FUTURE BROOKLYN Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 213 NEW LOTS Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 2.3 |
| PS 149 DANNY KAYE Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 328 PHYLLIS WHEATLEY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| HYDE LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL - BROOKLYN Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-MATH-PERSONAL AWA Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 36 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| EAST NEW YORK FAMILY ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| JHS 292 MARGARET S DOUGLAS Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 4 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| VAN SICLEN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,419
Median Home Value
$657,400
Median Rent
$1,443/mo
Population
93,445
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
26.9%
Avg Commute
45.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AFRICAN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal, NY | 7.3 |
| ALDEN PRIMARY AT TOWNLINE Alden, NY | 7.3 |
| BARKAI FOUNDATION INC. Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
| CAROLINE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saratoga Springs, NY | 7.3 |
| DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown, NY | 7.3 |
| ETHEL K FYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 13 Roberto Clemente
What grades does PS 13 Roberto Clemente serve?
PS 13 Roberto Clemente serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 13 Roberto Clemente?
PS 13 Roberto Clemente has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 13 Roberto Clemente?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 13 Roberto Clemente is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 13 Roberto Clemente rank in NY?
PS 13 Roberto Clemente ranks #1,376 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 13 Roberto Clemente's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 13 Roberto Clemente has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 PS 13 Roberto Clemente?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 13 Roberto Clemente has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 13 Roberto Clemente a charter school?
No, PS 13 Roberto Clemente is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 13 Roberto Clemente a Title I school?
No, PS 13 Roberto Clemente is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 13 Roberto Clemente?
91.4% of students at PS 13 Roberto Clemente 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
- 336
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (718) 498-3717
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #9 of 52
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