Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 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).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations's student population of 468 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations 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. 66 School Of Higher Expectations is 0.43, 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
#3409 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
71%
30%
Black
26%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
7%
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. 66 School Of Higher Expectations's ranking?
P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations is ranked #3409 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations often compared to?
P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectationsis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 67 Mohegan School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations?
468 students attend P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations?
P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations offer ?
P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations part of?
P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations is part of New York City Geographic District #12.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations located?
P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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