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#3457 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 65 Mother Hale Academy
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
677 E 141ST ST, Bronx, NY 10454
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,457 of 4,742
In Bronx
#279 of 452
public schools
In district
#28 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About PS 65 Mother Hale Academy
PS 65 Mother Hale Academy is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7. PS 65 Mother Hale Academy serves approximately 220 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 65 Mother Hale Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,457 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 65 Mother Hale Academy show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 65 Mother Hale Academy 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.
60% of students at PS 65 Mother Hale Academy 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 Mother Hale Academy — Students at PS 65 Mother Hale Academy score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.8%
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: 7.3/10.
How PS 65 Mother Hale Academy Compares
See how PS 65 Mother Hale Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
677 E 141ST ST, Bronx, NY 10454
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 65 Mother Hale Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 277 (rated 6.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX 5 LOWER Bronx | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX 5 UPPER Bronx | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| AMERICAN DREAM CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX Bronx | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| JM RAPPORT SCHOOL FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.1 |
| UNIVERSITY PREP CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| PS 30 WILTON Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 277 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| PS/IS 224 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| ACADEMY OF APPLIED MATHEMATICS AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| MOTT HAVEN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| HERO HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| SOUTH BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| HOSTOS-LINCOLN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| IS 584 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| UNIVERSITY PREP CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 5 PORT MORRIS Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 179 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10454 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$27,500
Median Home Value
$780,800
Median Rent
$1,064/mo
Population
40,368
College Educated
13.9%
Homeownership
6.4%
Avg Commute
39.4 min
Poverty Rate
42.8%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF ST DOROTHY Staten Island, NY | 5.1 |
| CAMBRIA CENTER FOR THE GIFTED CHILD Cambria Heights, NY | 5.1 |
| DOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover Plains, NY | 5.1 |
| MIDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 5.1 |
| MUSLIM CENTER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Flushing, NY | 5.1 |
| PS 36 MARGARET DOUGLAS New York, NY | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 65 Mother Hale Academy
What grades does PS 65 Mother Hale Academy serve?
PS 65 Mother Hale Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 65 Mother Hale Academy?
PS 65 Mother Hale Academy has an enrollment of approximately 220 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 65 Mother Hale Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 65 Mother Hale Academy is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 65 Mother Hale Academy rank in NY?
PS 65 Mother Hale Academy ranks #3,457 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 65 Mother Hale Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 65 Mother Hale Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Mother Hale Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 65 Mother Hale Academy has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 65 Mother Hale Academy a charter school?
No, PS 65 Mother Hale Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 65 Mother Hale Academy a Title I school?
No, PS 65 Mother Hale Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 65 Mother Hale Academy?
96.8% of students at PS 65 Mother Hale Academy 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
- 220
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.5%
- Phone
- (718) 292-4628
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7- District Enrollment
- 15,146
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #28 of 40
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