Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Maple Avenue 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maple Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Maple Avenue School's student population of 383 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Learning For All...Whatever It Takes
School Mascot
Wolverines
School Rankings
Maple Avenue School 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 Maple Avenue School 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
#3788 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
46%
16%
White
30%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverines
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maple Avenue School's ranking?
Maple Avenue School is ranked #3788 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Maple Avenue School often compared to?
Maple Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Geraldine J Mann School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Maple Avenue School?
383 students attend Maple Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Maple Avenue School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maple Avenue School?
Maple Avenue School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maple Avenue School offer ?
Maple Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Maple Avenue School part of?
Maple Avenue School is part of Niagara Falls City School District.
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