Average
#2042 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 43% in state
PS 245
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
249 E 17TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,042 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#266 of 570
public schools
In district
#13 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
Equity
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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PS 245
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About PS 245
PS 245 is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22. PS 245 serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 245 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,042 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 245 show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at PS 245 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 245 — Students at PS 245 score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
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: 6.1/10.
How PS 245 Compares
See how PS 245 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
249 E 17TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 245 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 249 CATON (THE) (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 139 ALEXINE A FENTY (rated 6.5/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FLATBUSH (rated 5.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 139 ALEXINE A FENTY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 249 CATON (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY & RESEARCH EARLY COLLEGE Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR YOUTH AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AT ERASMUS Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR SERVICE AND LEARNING AT ERASMUS Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ACADEMY OF HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ACAD FOR COLLEGE PREP AND CAREER EXP Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FLATBUSH Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| CORTELYOU EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | — |
| NORMA ADAMS CLEMONS ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| PS 889 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| MS 890 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| YESHIVA BONIM LAMOKOM Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| BROOKLYN COLLEGE ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| MS 246 WALT WHITMAN Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| JHS 62 DITMAS Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| MS 839 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 399 STANLEY EUGENE CLARKE Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| PS 217 COLONEL DAVID MARCUS SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,084
Median Home Value
$866,300
Median Rent
$1,751/mo
Population
100,022
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
13.5%
Avg Commute
46.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 2 (THE) Wyandanch, NY | 6.6 |
| ALFRED-ALMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Almond, NY | 6.6 |
| ARCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.6 |
| CENTRAL PARK EAST I New York, NY | 6.6 |
| CHRISTOPHER AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.6 |
| DEFOREST A HILL PRIMARY SCHOOL Westmoreland, NY | 6.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 245
What grades does PS 245 serve?
PS 245 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 245?
PS 245 has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 245?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 245 is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 245 rank in NY?
PS 245 ranks #2,042 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 245's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 245 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 245?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 245 has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 245 a charter school?
No, PS 245 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 245 a Title I school?
No, PS 245 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 245?
90.2% of students at PS 245 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
- 224
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (718) 284-2330
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22- District Enrollment
- 31,726
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #13 of 40
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