Serving 527 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden 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 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden's student population of 527 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Motto
Believe in Yourself, as We Believe in You
School Rankings
P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden 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. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden is 0.60, 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
#3416 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
56%
30%
Black
29%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
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. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden's ranking?
P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden is ranked #3416 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden often compared to?
P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Boldenis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 202 Ernest S Jenkyns, P.s. 159 Isaac Pitkin by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden?
527 students attend P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden?
P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden offer ?
P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden part of?
P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden located?
P.s. 345 Patrolman Robert Bolden is located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 41 other public schools located in East New York.
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