Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 165 Robert E Simon ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 165 Robert E Simon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 165 Robert E Simon's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 165 Robert E Simon ranks within the top 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. 165 Robert E Simon is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1809 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
48%
30%
Black
13%
16%
White
27%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 165 Robert E Simon's ranking?
P.s. 165 Robert E Simon is ranked #1809 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 165 Robert E Simon often compared to?
P.s. 165 Robert E Simonis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 163 Alfred E Smith, P.s. 145 Bloomingdale School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 165 Robert E Simon?
425 students attend P.s. 165 Robert E Simon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of P.s. 165 Robert E Simon students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 165 Robert E Simon?
P.s. 165 Robert E Simon has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 165 Robert E Simon offer ?
P.s. 165 Robert E Simon offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 165 Robert E Simon part of?
P.s. 165 Robert E Simon is part of New York City Geographic District # 3 School District.
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