Serving 1,093 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 205 Clarion ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,093 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 205 Clarion serves a compact area of approximately 0.3 square miles in Brooklyn, NY, with most students living within a 0.3-mile distance from the school and a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance zone extends to about 0.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 205 Clarion ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 205 Clarion's student population of 1,093 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,093 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
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School Rankings
P.s. 205 Clarion ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 205 Clarion is 0.60, 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
#994 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
55%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
29%
31%
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Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
13%
39%
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Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 205 Clarion's ranking?
P.s. 205 Clarion is ranked #994 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 205 Clarion often compared to?
P.s. 205 Clarionis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 247, P.s. 48 Mapleton by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 205 Clarion?
1,093 students attend P.s. 205 Clarion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of P.s. 205 Clarion students are Asian, 29% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 205 Clarion?
P.s. 205 Clarion has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 205 Clarion offer ?
P.s. 205 Clarion offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 205 Clarion part of?
P.s. 205 Clarion is part of New York City Geographic District #20.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 205 Clarion located?
P.s. 205 Clarion is located in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Bensonhurst.
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