Serving 78 students in grades 9-12, Academy School 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% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 10-14% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Academy School's student population of 78 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
78 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Academy School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy School is 0.49, 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
#2989 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
23%
30%
Black
68%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
10-14%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
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 Academy School's ranking?
Academy School is ranked #2989 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Academy School often compared to?
Academy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harvey Austin School #97, City Honors School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy School?
The graduation rate of Academy School is 10-14%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Academy School?
78 students attend Academy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Academy School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy School?
Academy School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Academy School offer ?
Academy School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Academy School part of?
Academy School is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy School located?
Academy School is located in the Leroy neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Leroy.
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