Below Average
#4172 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
249 SKILLEN ST, Buffalo, NY 14207
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,172 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#61 of 85
public schools
In district
#49 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc
Elementary School in Buffalo · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc
PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,172 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
74% of students at PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc 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 Roosevelt Ecc — Students at PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 5.2/10.
How PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc Compares
See how PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
249 SKILLEN ST, Buffalo, NY 14207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 64 FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEST BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHARTER SCHOOL FOR APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES Buffalo | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PFC WILLIAM J GRABIARZ #79 Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| WEST HERTEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| STANLEY G FALK SCHOOL - ROOSEVELT SITE Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tonawanda | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| RIVERSIDE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL HERTEL Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| MCKINLEY VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ST ANDREWS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Kenmore | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 81 Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| PS 64 FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED Buffalo | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| TAPESTRY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| KENMORE WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| MOUNT ST. MARY ACADEMY Buffalo | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| NATIVE AMERICAN MAGNET Buffalo | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| HERBERT HOOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| HERBERT HOOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| WEST BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| LAFAYETTE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,951
Median Home Value
$111,200
Median Rent
$943/mo
Population
25,731
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
34%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
32.2%
Median Age
33.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARBOR HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany, NY | 4.1 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BOYS Albany, NY | 4.1 |
| BROWNVILLE SCHOOL Brownville, NY | 4.1 |
| DEPOSIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deposit, NY | 4.1 |
| EAST COLDENHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newburgh, NY | 4.1 |
| EAST HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Camillus, NY | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc
What grades does PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc serve?
PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc?
PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc 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 65 Roosevelt Ecc rank in NY?
PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc ranks #4,172 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Roosevelt Ecc?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc a charter school?
No, PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc a Title I school?
No, PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc?
89.3% of students at PS 65 Roosevelt Ecc 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
- 272
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.5%
- Phone
- (716) 816-3430
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #49 of 59
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