P.S. 013 Roberto Clemente

Test scores hover just above district averages — 49.2% ELA versus 48.9% district, and 52.3% Math versus 48.2% district — placing this school in the middle tier of District 19. What stands out more than the raw numbers is the trajectory: from 2016's 16.7% ELA, the school climbed steadily to 39.4% by 2019, dipped during COVID, then surged to 51.2% ELA and 61.3% Math in 2024 before settling to current levels. The 2024 performance was exceptional; 2025 shows some regression, particularly in upper-grade math where Grade 5 dropped to 46.8% while Grade 4 math held strong at 63.6%. Grade-level data shows stronger performance in upper grades, with 5th graders reaching 60% ELA proficiency.

The climate data tells a complicated but largely positive story. Parents are extraordinarily satisfied — 98% report satisfaction and trust in both teachers and the principal, with 96% describing strong relationships. Teachers rate instruction quality at 96%, well above the district average of 88%. However, chronic absenteeism is alarmingly high at 75.6%, suggesting that while families trust the school when they're there, getting students through the door consistently is a challenge. Teacher-reported safety (90%) runs slightly below the district average (92%), and the suspension rate (1%) is actually better than the district average (1.6%). Discipline has remained minimal with just 2 suspensions last year.

The student body is 68% Black and 25% Hispanic, closely mirroring the surrounding East New York neighborhood. With 90.9% economic need index and an average class size of 21.8 (matching the district exactly), this is a school serving families facing significant financial challenges. The diversity index sits at 50%, reflecting a relatively homogeneous student body typical of many zoned schools in the area. IEP students make up 23% of enrollment — notably higher than many schools — indicating robust special education services.

East New York-New Lots is a working-class Brooklyn neighborhood with real challenges: a safety score of just 31.42 (well below city averages), a poverty rate of 22.6%, and only 16% of residents holding bachelor's degrees. The area scores poorly on education orientation (37.93) and stability (5.36), reflecting transience and fewer educational resources compared to more affluent parts of the city. On the positive side, transit access is decent (68.58), family density is moderate (63.6%), and median home values of $605,545 suggest some neighborhood stability. The lead elevated rate of 16.3% and asthma rates of 104.4 per 10,000 indicate environmental health concerns that parents should be aware of.

Families in the zoned area walk to school; the neighborhood has moderate transit access via bus routes connecting to subway lines. Driving is possible but parking can be challenging.