Below Average
#3971 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 66
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18
845 E 96TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,971 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#484 of 570
public schools
In district
#31 of 33
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18
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PS 66
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 66
PS 66 is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18. PS 66 serves approximately 535 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 66 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,971 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 66 show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at PS 66 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 66 — Students at PS 66 score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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: 4.2/10.
How PS 66 Compares
See how PS 66 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
845 E 96TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 66 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CANARSIE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY BROWNSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 114 RYDER ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 11236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,813
Median Home Value
$710,300
Median Rent
$1,637/mo
Population
95,174
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
50.5%
Avg Commute
50.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
40.4
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| CENTRAL VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Valley, NY | 4.4 |
| CIRCLEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Circleville, NY | 4.4 |
| CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY | 4.4 |
| DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 4.4 |
| DEWITT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster, NY | 4.4 |
| ELMWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monsey, NY | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 66
What grades does PS 66 serve?
PS 66 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 66?
PS 66 has an enrollment of approximately 535 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 66?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 66 is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 66 rank in NY?
PS 66 ranks #3,971 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 66's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 66 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 66?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 66 has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 66 a charter school?
No, PS 66 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 66 a Title I school?
No, PS 66 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 66?
79.4% of students at PS 66 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 535
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.7%
- Phone
- (718) 922-3505
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18- District Enrollment
- 11,223
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #31 of 33
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