Serving 754 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 45 John Tyler ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 45 John Tyler ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 45 John Tyler's student population of 754 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
School Motto
Believe, Achieve, Succeed
School Rankings
P.s. 45 John Tyler 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 John Tyler is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2244 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
46%
30%
Black
16%
16%
White
23%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 45 John Tyler's ranking?
P.s. 45 John Tyler is ranked #2244 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 45 John Tyler often compared to?
P.s. 45 John Tyleris often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 29 Bardwell by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 45 John Tyler?
754 students attend P.s. 45 John Tyler.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of P.s. 45 John Tyler students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 45 John Tyler?
P.s. 45 John Tyler has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 45 John Tyler offer ?
P.s. 45 John Tyler offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 45 John Tyler part of?
P.s. 45 John Tyler is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 45 John Tyler located?
P.s. 45 John Tyler is located in the West Brighton neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in West Brighton.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2012
Awesome, well rounded school with teachers and staff that are dedicated to the students!
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