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PS 46 Edward C Blum
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
100 CLERMONT AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,692 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#561 of 570
public schools
In district
#39 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
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PS 46 Edward C Blum
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About PS 46 Edward C Blum
PS 46 Edward C Blum is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13. PS 46 Edward C Blum serves approximately 222 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 46 Edward C Blum has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,692 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 46 Edward C Blum show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, PS 46 Edward C Blum sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
80% of students at PS 46 Edward C Blum 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 46 Edward C Blum — Students at PS 46 Edward C Blum score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 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: 3.0/10.
How PS 46 Edward C Blum Compares
See how PS 46 Edward C Blum performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 CLERMONT AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 46 Edward C Blum may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 11 PURVIS J BEHAN (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 20 CLINTON HILL (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| FORT GREEN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 6.3 |
| GREENE HILL SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| BENJAMIN BANNEKER ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 20 CLINTON HILL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| TRILOK SCHOOL AND TRILOK FUSION ARTS INC Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | — |
| DR SUSAN S MCKINNEY SECONDARY SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| MS 113 RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CENTER Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| COMPASS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| PS 67 CHARLES A DORSEY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| BROOKLYN TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN FREE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| BROOKLYN INDEPENDENT Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 287 BAILEY K ASHFORD Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| MUSE ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 11 PURVIS J BEHAN Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| KHALIL GIBRAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 270 JOHANN DEKALB Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 2.5 |
| YESHIVA BETH HILLEL OF WILLIAMSBURG Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,753
Median Home Value
$892,800
Median Rent
$2,307/mo
Population
50,205
College Educated
52.5%
Homeownership
29%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Median Age
30.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PS 20 PORT RICHMOND Staten Island, NY | 2.6 |
| PS 34 FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT New York, NY | 2.6 |
| EARTH SCHOOL New York, NY | 2.5 |
| PARK TERRACE SCHOOL Gloversville, NY | 2.7 |
| PLEASANT AVENUE SCHOOL Johnstown, NY | 2.5 |
| PS 18 EDWARD BUSH Brooklyn, NY | 2.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 46 Edward C Blum
What grades does PS 46 Edward C Blum serve?
PS 46 Edward C Blum serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 46 Edward C Blum?
PS 46 Edward C Blum has an enrollment of approximately 222 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 46 Edward C Blum?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 46 Edward C Blum is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 46 Edward C Blum rank in NY?
PS 46 Edward C Blum ranks #4,692 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 46 Edward C Blum's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 46 Edward C Blum has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 46 Edward C Blum?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 46 Edward C Blum has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 46 Edward C Blum a charter school?
No, PS 46 Edward C Blum is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 46 Edward C Blum a Title I school?
No, PS 46 Edward C Blum is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 46 Edward C Blum?
80.6% of students at PS 46 Edward C Blum 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
- 222
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 80.2%
- Phone
- (718) 834-7694
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13- District Enrollment
- 19,232
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #39 of 40
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