Serving 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 64 Frederick Law Olmsted's attendance zone is located in Buffalo, NY, and spans the entire school district, covering approximately 52.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted's student population of 583 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
583 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#459 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
Showing 2002–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted's ranking?
P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted is ranked #459 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted often compared to?
P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmstedis often viewed alongside schools like International Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted?
583 students attend P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted?
P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted offer ?
P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted part of?
P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted located?
P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted is located in the Park Meadow neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Park Meadow.
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