PS 61 ARTHUR O EVE SCHOOL OF DISTINCTION
264 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
School Overview
PS 61 Arthur O. Eve School of Distinction, located in the University District of Buffalo, New York, serves as a cornerstone of the Buffalo Public Schools system. Named in honor of the legendary New York State Assemblyman Arthur O. Eve—a champion of educational equity and civil rights—the school is dedicated to fostering an environment of academic excellence and personal growth. The school provides a comprehensive educational program that focuses on building a strong foundation in core academic subjects while encouraging students to develop critical thinking skills and character, aiming to prepare them for long-term success in their future schooling.
As part of the broader Buffalo Public Schools district, PS 61 emphasizes community engagement and the importance of creating an inclusive learning environment for its diverse student body. The school utilizes the district’s resources to provide support services and extracurricular opportunities designed to enrich the student experience. By focusing on the values of distinction and leadership associated with its namesake, PS 61 strives to empower its young learners to become active, responsible, and engaged members of their community.
As part of the broader Buffalo Public Schools district, PS 61 emphasizes community engagement and the importance of creating an inclusive learning environment for its diverse student body. The school utilizes the district’s resources to provide support services and extracurricular opportunities designed to enrich the student experience. By focusing on the values of distinction and leadership associated with its namesake, PS 61 strives to empower its young learners to become active, responsible, and engaged members of their community.
264
Total Students
24.8
Full-Time Teachers
10.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
102.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic | 21 |
| Black | 170 |
| Asian | 46 |
| Two or More | 18 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Black170 (64.4 %)
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Asian46 (17.4 %)
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Hispanic21 (8.0 %)
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Two or More18 (6.8 %)
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White8 (3.0 %)
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American Indian1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (716)816-3400 |
| Website: | http://www.buffaloschools.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 4th |
| Total Students: | 264 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 24.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 270 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
52
Kindergarten
60
Grade 1
44
Grade 2
41
Grade 3
43
Grade 4
24
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 52 |
| Kindergarten | 60 |
| Grade 1 | 44 |
| Grade 2 | 41 |
| Grade 3 | 43 |
| Grade 4 | 24 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 127 | 48.1% |
| Male | 137 | 51.9% |
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