Serving 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon's student population of 464 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3788 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
57%
31%
Black
31%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Royals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon's ranking?
P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon is ranked #3788 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon often compared to?
P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoonis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 223 Lyndon B Johnson, P.s. 123 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon?
464 students attend P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon?
P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon offer ?
P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon part of?
P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon is part of New York City Geographic District #27.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon located?
P.s. 45 Clarence Witherspoon is located in the South Ozone Park neighborhood of Jamaica, NY.
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