Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning's student population of 387 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning is 0.64, 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
#1548 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
53%
29%
Black
20%
16%
White
21%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning's ranking?
Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning is ranked #1548 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning often compared to?
Ps 65 Of Innovative Learningis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 74 Future Leaders Elementary School, Ps 16 John J Driscoll 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 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning?
387 students attend Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning?
Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning offer ?
Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning part of?
Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning located?
Ps 65 Of Innovative Learning is located in the Mid Island neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Mid Island.
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