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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

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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-3.44 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Fair30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15%
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.5%
Math vs. State Avg-38.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.4 pts
Overall Proficiency25%
Expected (poverty-adj.)47%
vs. Expected-22.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1

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%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 17.3%
School
State
45.4%
ELA Proficiency 33.1%
School
State
57.1%

Based on 14 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
26%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
15.6%
ELA
32.6%

* 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.

Overall Score
5.0/10
21th percentile in NY
Academic
3.0/10
3.0/10
Growth
4.8/10
Below average
Environment
8.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
85%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers

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 mi

Neighborhood 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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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.

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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
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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