Serving 558 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted's student population of 558 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted is 0.65, 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
#567 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Black
18%
16%
White
53%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
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. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted's ranking?
P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted is ranked #567 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted often compared to?
P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmstedis often viewed alongside schools like International Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted?
558 students attend P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted students are White, 18% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted?
P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted offer ?
P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted part of?
P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted located?
P.S. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted is located in the Park Meadow neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Park Meadow.
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