Below Average
#3899 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 66 School of Higher Expectations
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
1001 JENNINGS ST, Bronx, NY 10460
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,899 of 4,742
In Bronx
#344 of 452
public schools
In district
#32 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
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PS 66 School of Higher Expectations
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About PS 66 School of Higher Expectations
PS 66 School of Higher Expectations is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. PS 66 School of Higher Expectations serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 66 School of Higher Expectations has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,899 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 66 School of Higher Expectations show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
68% of students at PS 66 School of Higher Expectations 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 School of Higher Expectations — Students at PS 66 School of Higher Expectations score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
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: 5.6/10.
How PS 66 School of Higher Expectations Compares
See how PS 66 School of Higher Expectations performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1001 JENNINGS ST, Bronx, NY 10460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 66 School of Higher Expectations may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOLD CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAMARA COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 811 Bronx | 0.0 mi | 3.4 |
| FANNIE LOU HAMER FREEDOM HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| FANNIE LOU HAMER MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.3 |
| FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| SAMARA COMMUNITY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| EAST BRONX ACADEMY FOR THE FUTURE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| JHS 98 HERMAN RIDDER Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| EXPLORATIONS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX ENVISION ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 134 GEORGE F BRISTOW Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| BOLD CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 61 FRANCISCO OLLER Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ESMT-IS 190 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| HIGH SCHOOL OF WORLD CULTURES Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT MONROE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| METROPOLITAN SOUNDVIEW HIGH SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE Bronx | 0.4 mi | — |
| IS 318 MATH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY THROUGH ARTS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| PS 150 CHARLES JAMES FOX Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 195 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,067
Median Home Value
$589,300
Median Rent
$1,332/mo
Population
61,101
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
10.7%
Avg Commute
47 min
Poverty Rate
33.9%
Median Age
34.4
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| BAS MIKROH GIRLS SCHOOL Spring Valley, NY | 4.5 |
| BRONX DELTA SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.5 |
| BROOKLYN NEW SCHOOL-PS 146 (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 4.5 |
| BYRON-BERGEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bergen, NY | 4.5 |
| C GRANT GRIMSHAW SCHOOL Lafayette, NY | 4.5 |
| CORINTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corinth, NY | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 66 School of Higher Expectations
What grades does PS 66 School of Higher Expectations serve?
PS 66 School of Higher Expectations serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 66 School of Higher Expectations?
PS 66 School of Higher Expectations has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 66 School of Higher Expectations?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 66 School of Higher Expectations is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 66 School of Higher Expectations rank in NY?
PS 66 School of Higher Expectations ranks #3,899 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 66 School of Higher Expectations's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 66 School of Higher Expectations has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 School of Higher Expectations?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 66 School of Higher Expectations has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 66 School of Higher Expectations a charter school?
No, PS 66 School of Higher Expectations is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 66 School of Higher Expectations a Title I school?
No, PS 66 School of Higher Expectations is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 66 School of Higher Expectations?
94.2% of students at PS 66 School of Higher Expectations 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
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.5%
- Phone
- (718) 319-2820
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12- District Enrollment
- 17,376
- Schools in District
- 47
- District Rank
- #32 of 46
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