PS 45 - The John Tyler School is a Staten Island elementary school serving 1000 students from kindergarten through fifth grade. The multi-ethnic, multi-lingual student body represents a diverse socio-economic background and enjoys a long tradition of active parent involvement. The mission of the John Tyler School is to combine the efforts of home, school and community to help each child reach his or her potential, develop a love of learning and recognize that effort leads to academic success.