Average
#2808 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 61 Francisco Oller
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
1550 CROTONA PARK E, Bronx, NY 10460
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,808 of 4,742
In Bronx
#213 of 452
public schools
In district
#15 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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PS 61 Francisco Oller
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About PS 61 Francisco Oller
PS 61 Francisco Oller is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. PS 61 Francisco Oller serves approximately 208 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 61 Francisco Oller has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,808 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 61 Francisco Oller show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 61 Francisco Oller 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.
52% of students at PS 61 Francisco Oller 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 Francisco Oller — Students at PS 61 Francisco Oller score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How PS 61 Francisco Oller Compares
See how PS 61 Francisco Oller performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1550 CROTONA PARK E, Bronx, NY 10460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 61 Francisco Oller may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 6 (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SAMARA COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESMT-IS 190 Bronx | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| JHS 98 HERMAN RIDDER Bronx | 0.1 mi | 3.5 |
| EXPLORATIONS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX ENVISION ACADEMY Bronx | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| IS 318 MATH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY THROUGH ARTS Bronx | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| PS 134 GEORGE F BRISTOW Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| EAST BRONX ACADEMY FOR THE FUTURE Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 44 DAVID C FARRAGUT Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| PS 186 WALTER J DAMROSCH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| PS/MS 4 CROTONA PARK WEST Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 6 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| BRONX PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 110 THEODORE SCHOENFELD Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| MOTT HALL III Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 211 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| CHILDREN'S AID COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| PS 66 SCHOOL OF HIGHER EXPECTATIONS Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 811 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| SAMARA COMMUNITY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,067
Median Home Value
$589,300
Median Rent
$1,332/mo
Population
61,101
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
10.7%
Avg Commute
47 min
Poverty Rate
33.9%
Median Age
34.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 61 Francisco Oller
What grades does PS 61 Francisco Oller serve?
PS 61 Francisco Oller serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 61 Francisco Oller?
PS 61 Francisco Oller has an enrollment of approximately 208 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 61 Francisco Oller?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 61 Francisco Oller is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 61 Francisco Oller rank in NY?
PS 61 Francisco Oller ranks #2,808 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 61 Francisco Oller's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 61 Francisco Oller has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Francisco Oller?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 61 Francisco Oller has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 61 Francisco Oller a charter school?
No, PS 61 Francisco Oller is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 61 Francisco Oller a Title I school?
No, PS 61 Francisco Oller is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 61 Francisco Oller?
95.7% of students at PS 61 Francisco Oller qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 208
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.4%
- Phone
- (718) 542-7230
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12- District Enrollment
- 17,376
- Schools in District
- 47
- District Rank
- #15 of 46
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