Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Norma Adams Clemons Academy 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 26% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norma Adams Clemons Academy's student population of 588 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
588 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Norma Adams Clemons Academy 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 Norma Adams Clemons Academy is 0.53, 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
#3764 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
30%
31%
Black
62%
15%
White
3%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norma Adams Clemons Academy's ranking?
Norma Adams Clemons Academy is ranked #3764 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Norma Adams Clemons Academy often compared to?
Norma Adams Clemons Academyis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 92 Adrian Hegeman, P.s. 249 Caton, P.s. 245 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Norma Adams Clemons Academy?
588 students attend Norma Adams Clemons Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Norma Adams Clemons Academy students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norma Adams Clemons Academy?
Norma Adams Clemons Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Norma Adams Clemons Academy offer ?
Norma Adams Clemons Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norma Adams Clemons Academy part of?
Norma Adams Clemons Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #17.
In what neighborhood is Norma Adams Clemons Academy located?
Norma Adams Clemons Academy is located in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Flatbush.
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