Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 65 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 65 serves a compact attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 0.2 square miles, with typical driving times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The furthest edge of the zone extends about 0.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 65's student population of 512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
512 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
P.s. 65 ranks within the top 30% 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 is 0.32, 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
#1245 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
82%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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. 65's ranking?
P.s. 65 is ranked #1245 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 65 often compared to?
P.s. 65is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 7 Abraham Lincoln, P.s. 108 Sal Abbracciamento by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 65?
512 students attend P.s. 65.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of P.s. 65 students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 65?
P.s. 65 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 65 offer ?
P.s. 65 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 65 part of?
P.s. 65 is part of New York City Geographic District #19.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 65 located?
P.s. 65 is located in the Cypress Hills neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Cypress Hills.
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