Average
#2599 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 42 Claremont
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
1537 WASHINGTON AVE, Bronx, NY 10457
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,599 of 4,742
In Bronx
#178 of 452
public schools
In district
#27 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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PS 42 Claremont
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About PS 42 Claremont
PS 42 Claremont is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. PS 42 Claremont serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 42 Claremont has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,599 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 42 Claremont show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 42 Claremont sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, PS 42 Claremont sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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PS 42 Claremont — Students at PS 42 Claremont score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
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: 6.6/10.
How PS 42 Claremont Compares
See how PS 42 Claremont performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1537 WASHINGTON AVE, Bronx, NY 10457
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 42 Claremont may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 6 (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 1 (rated 6.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX 2 (rated 6.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR APPLIED MATH AND SCIENCE (THE) Bronx | 0.1 mi | 3.2 |
| MOTT HALL BRONX HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| VALIDUS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 1 Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| IS 313 SCHOOL OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Bronx | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| IS 339 Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| BRONX PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 55 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX 2 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 110 THEODORE SCHOENFELD Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| MOTT HALL III Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| EXIMIUS COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| BRONX CENTER FOR SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| BRONX LEADERSHIP ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| IS 219 NEW VENTURE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY III SECONDARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| KAPPA Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.1 |
| PS/MS 4 CROTONA PARK WEST Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 6 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 8.9 |
| WILDFLOWER NEW YORK CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,911
Median Home Value
$336,900
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
79,375
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
6.2%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
34.1%
Median Age
31.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBERTUS W BECKER SCHOOL Selkirk, NY | 6.0 |
| BAY RIDGE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 6.0 |
| BOLIVAR-RICHBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richburg, NY | 6.0 |
| BREWERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Square, NY | 6.0 |
| BRIDGEPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bridgeport, NY | 6.0 |
| DUTCH LANE SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 42 Claremont
What grades does PS 42 Claremont serve?
PS 42 Claremont serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 42 Claremont?
PS 42 Claremont has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 42 Claremont?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 42 Claremont is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 42 Claremont rank in NY?
PS 42 Claremont ranks #2,599 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 42 Claremont's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 42 Claremont has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 42 Claremont?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 42 Claremont has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 42 Claremont a charter school?
No, PS 42 Claremont is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 42 Claremont a Title I school?
No, PS 42 Claremont is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 42 Claremont?
99.4% of students at PS 42 Claremont 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
- 312
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.3%
- Phone
- (718) 583-7366
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #27 of 69
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