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#3973 of 4,742 schools in NY

PS 145 Andrew Jackson

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32

100 NOLL ST, Brooklyn, NY 11206

Enrollment

444

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,973 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#486 of 570

public schools

In district

#18 of 27

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32

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PS 145 Andrew Jackson

4.4/10

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

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About PS 145 Andrew Jackson

PS 145 Andrew Jackson is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32. PS 145 Andrew Jackson serves approximately 444 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 145 Andrew Jackson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,973 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 145 Andrew Jackson show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, PS 145 Andrew Jackson sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

48% of students at PS 145 Andrew Jackson 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 Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-29.8 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Chronic Absenteeism48%

PS 145 Andrew Jackson — Students at PS 145 Andrew Jackson score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.2% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 27.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
83%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
34%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
14%
ELA
14%
2013
Math
25%
ELA
15%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
30%
2021*
Math
26.3%
2022
Math
23.7%
ELA
21.3%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How PS 145 Andrew Jackson Compares

See how PS 145 Andrew Jackson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
16th percentile in NY
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.0%

Location

100 NOLL ST, Brooklyn, NY 11206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 145 Andrew Jackson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEDFORD STUYVESANT NEW BEGINNINGS CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 26 JESSE OWENS (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 147 ISSAC REMSEN (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
WILLIAMSBURG CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 6.9
IS 347 SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES Brooklyn 0.2 mi 4.0
IS 349 MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn 0.2 mi 5.4
PS 120 CARLOS TAPIA Brooklyn 0.3 mi 4.4
EBC HIGH SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE-BUSHWICK Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.9
PS 274 KOSCIUSKO Brooklyn 0.5 mi 3.5
OHEL CHAYZ DBA TIFERES MORDECHEI CENTER FOR INTERG Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.7
BEDFORD STUYVESANT NEW BEGINNINGS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.7
PS 81 THADDEUS STEVENS Brooklyn 0.6 mi 3.7
PS 257 JOHN F HYLAN Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.9
PS 26 JESSE OWENS Brooklyn 0.7 mi 7.6
MADIBA PREP MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.5
PS 147 ISSAC REMSEN Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.6
YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.4
PS 123 SUYDAM Brooklyn 0.5 mi 3.9
PS 196 TEN EYCK Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.0
MS 582 Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.0
WHITELAW REID ACADEMY OF ARTS AND BUSINESS Brooklyn 0.7 mi 4.9
BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF GLOBAL FINANCE (THE) Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.5
BROOKLYN EMERGING LEADERS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 9.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,280

Median Home Value

$822,100

Median Rent

$1,558/mo

Population

89,231

College Educated

36.3%

Homeownership

10.9%

Avg Commute

36.5 min

Poverty Rate

33.1%

Median Age

30.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 145 Andrew Jackson

What grades does PS 145 Andrew Jackson serve?

PS 145 Andrew Jackson serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 145 Andrew Jackson?

PS 145 Andrew Jackson has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 145 Andrew Jackson?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 145 Andrew Jackson is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 145 Andrew Jackson rank in NY?

PS 145 Andrew Jackson ranks #3,973 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 145 Andrew Jackson's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 145 Andrew Jackson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 145 Andrew Jackson?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 145 Andrew Jackson has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 145 Andrew Jackson a charter school?

No, PS 145 Andrew Jackson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 145 Andrew Jackson a Title I school?

No, PS 145 Andrew Jackson is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 145 Andrew Jackson?

89.2% of students at PS 145 Andrew Jackson 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
94 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.0%

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