Serving 250 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, P.s. 65 Roosevelt Ecc 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 20-24% (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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 65 Roosevelt Ecc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
P.s. 65 Roosevelt Ecc's student population of 250 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
250 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 65 Roosevelt Ecc 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 Roosevelt Ecc is 0.72, 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
#4134 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
21%
31%
Black
45%
15%
White
14%
39%
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
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 Roosevelt Ecc's ranking?
P.s. 65 Roosevelt Ecc is ranked #4134 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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. 65 Roosevelt Ecc?
250 students attend P.s. 65 Roosevelt Ecc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of P.s. 65 Roosevelt Ecc students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 65 Roosevelt Ecc?
P.s. 65 Roosevelt Ecc has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 65 Roosevelt Ecc offer ?
P.s. 65 Roosevelt Ecc offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 65 Roosevelt Ecc part of?
P.s. 65 Roosevelt Ecc is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 65 Roosevelt Ecc located?
P.s. 65 Roosevelt Ecc is located in the Riverside neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Riverside.
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