Serving 455 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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 66 SCHOOL OF HIGHER EXPECTATIONS serves an attendance zone of approximately 0.2 square miles located in the Bronx, NY. Families typically experience a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations's student population of 455 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
455 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.41, 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
#3409 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
73%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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?
455 students attend P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of P.s. 66 School Of Higher Expectations students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 11:1, which is equal to 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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