Average
#1770 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 37% in state
PS 65
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
696 JAMAICA AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,770 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#218 of 570
public schools
In district
#15 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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PS 65
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About PS 65
PS 65 is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. PS 65 serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 65 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,770 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 65 show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at PS 65 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 65 — Students at PS 65 score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 7.7/10.
How PS 65 Compares
See how PS 65 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
696 JAMAICA AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 65 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 108 SAL ABBRACCIAMENTO (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CYPRESS HILLS ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ACHIEVEMENT FIRST APOLLO CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,988
Median Home Value
$638,200
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
106,901
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
25.9%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
34.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 65
What grades does PS 65 serve?
PS 65 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 65?
PS 65 has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 65?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 65 is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 65 rank in NY?
PS 65 ranks #1,770 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 65's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 65 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 65?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 65 has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 65 a charter school?
No, PS 65 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 65 a Title I school?
No, PS 65 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 65?
91.3% of students at PS 65 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
- 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.9%
- Phone
- (718) 235-2223
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #15 of 52
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