Serving 178 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 65 Mother Hale Academy serves an attendance zone in the Bronx, NY, encompassing approximately 2.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academy's student population of 178 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
178 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academy 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. 65 Mother Hale Academy is 0.46, 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
#4223 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
66%
31%
Black
33%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)73.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
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. 65 Mother Hale Academy's ranking?
P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academy is ranked #4223 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academy often compared to?
P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Academic Leadership Charter School, P.s. 49 Willis Avenue by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academy?
178 students attend P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academy students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academy?
P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academy offer ?
P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academy part of?
P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 7.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academy located?
P.s. 65 Mother Hale Academy is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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