Serving 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction 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 11-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (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.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction's student population of 264 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction is 0.55, 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
#4042 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
64%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction's ranking?
P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction is ranked #4042 out of 4,377 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction?
264 students attend P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction?
P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction offer ?
P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction part of?
P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction located?
P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction is located in the Leroy neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Leroy.
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