Excellent
#423 of 4,739 schools in NY
Top 9% in state
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
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Brooklyn
#55 of 570
public schools
New York elementary schools
#274 of 2,549
In district
#3 of 33
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About PS 66
PS 66 is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18. The school serves approximately 535 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 91.1th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 42% proficiency in math, 1 points above the state average and 54% in reading/language arts, 4 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $82,813, where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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PS 66 — Students at PS 66 score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)
Based on 16 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How PS 66 Compares
See how PS 66 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 33% (2019) to 37% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 37% (2019) to 52% (2021).
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. PS 114 RYDER ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 165 IDA POSNER (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 233 LANGSTON HUGHES (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 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 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding PS 66 has a median household income of $82,813. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $710,300, with a median rent of $1,637/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.3%. The average commute in the area is 51 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| CENTRAL SCHOOL Larchmont, NY | 8.2 |
| ERRICK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Tonawanda, NY | 8.2 |
| F E BELLOWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mamaroneck, NY | 8.2 |
| FOX MEADOW SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 8.2 |
| GOLDEN HILL ELEMENTARY Florida, NY | 8.2 |
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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 is ranked #423 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is PS 66's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 66 has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at PS 66?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, PS 66 has 41.5% math proficiency and 53.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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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
- Phone
- (718) 922-3505
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18- District Enrollment
- 11,223
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #3 of 33
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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