Needs Improvement
#4474 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
126-28 150TH ST, South Ozone Park, NY 11436
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,474 of 4,742
In South Ozone Park
#11 of 11
public schools
In district
#58 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
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PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon
Elementary School in South Ozone Park · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon
PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon is a public elementary school in South Ozone Park, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,474 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
56% of students at PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon 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 45 Clarence Witherspoon — Students at PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 3.1/10.
How PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon Compares
See how PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
126-28 150TH ST, South Ozone Park, NY 11436
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Jamaica), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Jamaica), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 96 (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Ozone Park, see our South Ozone Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11436 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,104
Median Home Value
$602,800
Median Rent
$2,079/mo
Population
21,364
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
46.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 3.5 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4 Bronx, NY | 3.5 |
| DAVID PATERSON SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 3.5 |
| FORK LANE SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 3.5 |
| HEMPSTEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Valley, NY | 3.5 |
| JOSEPH MCNEIL SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon
What grades does PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon serve?
PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon?
PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon rank in NY?
PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon ranks #4,474 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 45 Clarence Witherspoon?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon a charter school?
No, PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon a Title I school?
No, PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon?
92.5% of students at PS 45 Clarence Witherspoon 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
- 412
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.1%
- Phone
- (718) 480-2500
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #58 of 63
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