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#2752 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
453 LEROY ST, Buffalo, NY 14215
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,752 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#26 of 85
public schools
In district
#22 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction
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About PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction
PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,752 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
64% of students at PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction — Students at PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction Compares
See how PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
453 LEROY ST, Buffalo, NY 14215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 82 (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,326
Median Home Value
$102,800
Median Rent
$993/mo
Population
42,813
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
47.7%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
30%
Median Age
31.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| ALEXANDRIA CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexandria Bay, NY | 5.9 |
| ARGYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Argyle, NY | 5.9 |
| CINCINNATUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnatus, NY | 5.9 |
| E A MCALLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherrill, NY | 5.9 |
| FUTURE LEADERS INSTITUTE CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 5.9 |
| GAN YISROEL Brooklyn, NY | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction
What grades does PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction serve?
PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction?
PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction rank in NY?
PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction ranks #2,752 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction a charter school?
No, PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction a Title I school?
No, PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction?
84.0% of students at PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.9%
- Phone
- (716) 816-3400
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #22 of 59
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