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#3752 of 4,739 schools in NY
Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32
84 SCHAEFER ST, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Brooklyn
#466 of 570
public schools
New York elementary schools
#1,983 of 2,549
In district
#23 of 27
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32
School environment
8.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene
PS/IS 45 Horace E Greene is a public school in Brooklyn, New York, offering education from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. With an enrollment of 471 students and a student-teacher ratio of 11:1, the school provides personalized attention to each child. The dedicated staff includes 43 full-time equivalent teachers who work tirelessly to support their students' learning.
Academically, PS/IS 45 Horace E Greene is rated at the lower end with a MySchoolScout score of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks 4443rd out of 4758 schools in New York state. In reading and math assessments, only 33% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while the percentage for Math proficiency is 17%. Despite these challenges, the school continues to focus on student development and improvement.
PS/IS 45 Horace E Greene is situated in a bustling city setting within Brooklyn, where it plays an integral role in the local community.
Score Breakdown
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Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene — Students at Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)
Based on 14 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: 4.8/10.
How Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene Compares
See how Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 26% (2019) to 15% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 36% (2019) to 34.5% (2021).
Location
84 SCHAEFER ST, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 299 THOMAS WARREN FIELD SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS/IS 155 NICHOLAS HERKIMER (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 151 LYNDON B JOHNSON (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,419
Median Home Value
$657,400
Median Rent
$1,443/mo
Population
93,445
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
26.9%
Avg Commute
45.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
36.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene has a median household income of $55,419. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $657,400, with a median rent of $1,443/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 46 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| ALBANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst, NY | 5.0 |
| ARTHUR P MOMOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plattsburgh, NY | 5.0 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING Bronx, NY | 5.0 |
| BROOKLYN LANDMARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 5.0 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL #53 Buffalo, NY | 5.0 |
| DRYDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden, NY | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene
What grades does Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene serve?
Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene?
Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene?
The student-teacher ratio at Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene rank in NY?
Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene is ranked #3752 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene's MySchoolScout rating?
Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene has a composite rating of 5.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene has 17.3% math proficiency and 33.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene a charter school?
No, Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene a Title I school?
No, Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene?
84.5% of students at Ps/is 45 Horace E Greene qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 471
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Phone
- (718) 642-5360
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32- District Enrollment
- 9,633
- Schools in District
- 27
- District Rank
- #23 of 27
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
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