Serving 619 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 20 Clinton Hill ranks in the top 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 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 20 Clinton Hill ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.S. 20 Clinton Hill's student population of 619 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 20 Clinton Hill ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.S. 20 Clinton Hill is 0.73, which is more 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
#1444 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Black
29%
16%
White
39%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.S. 20 Clinton Hill's ranking?
P.S. 20 Clinton Hill is ranked #1444 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 20 Clinton Hill often compared to?
P.S. 20 Clinton Hillis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 46 Edward C Blum by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 20 Clinton Hill?
619 students attend P.S. 20 Clinton Hill.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of P.S. 20 Clinton Hill students are White, 29% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 20 Clinton Hill?
P.S. 20 Clinton Hill has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 20 Clinton Hill offer ?
P.S. 20 Clinton Hill offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 20 Clinton Hill part of?
P.S. 20 Clinton Hill is part of New York City Geographic District #13 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 20 Clinton Hill located?
P.S. 20 Clinton Hill is located in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Fort Greene.
School Reviews
5 2/14/2007
The School is a great school with lots of fun activities, and some very Excellent dedicated Teachers. The students come from all background with very good manners. There is one small problem some of the staff that have been in this school for a while, are very mean. and unproffessional. Starting with the Principal,the Guidance Counselor, Parent Coordinator and two School Aide. They all need a Transfer. They will Physically Emotionally, and Verbally ABUSE your chid.
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