Serving 315 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction's student population of 315 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
Excellence is our primary expectation, with no excuses.
School Rankings
P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3979 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
54%
15%
White
8%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Buffalo City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction's ranking?
P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction is ranked #3979 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction?
315 students attend P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction students are Black, 21% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction?
P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction offer ?
P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction part of?
P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction located?
P.s. 61 Arthur O Eve School Of Distinction is located in the Leroy neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Leroy.
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