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#2147 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 45% in state
Academy School
High School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
756 ST LAWRENCE AVE, Buffalo, NY 14216
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,147 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#14 of 85
public schools
In district
#12 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Academy School
Academy School is a public high school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Academy School serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 2.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,147 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Academy School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 78 students, Academy School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Academy School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 2.9:1 students to teachers, Academy School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Academy School — Students at Academy School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Academy School Compares
See how Academy School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
756 ST LAWRENCE AVE, Buffalo, NY 14216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RESEARCH LABORATORY HS-BIOINFORMATIC (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LEWIS J BENNETT HIGH SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLGY (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH'S COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE Buffalo | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 Buffalo | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| LEWIS J BENNETT HIGH SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLGY Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| BEN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| BUFFALO UNITED CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| RESEARCH LABORATORY HS-BIOINFORMATIC Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PRIMARY HALL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| NICHOLS SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| DR GEORGE BLACKMAN ECC Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| WINDERMERE BLVD SCHOOL Amherst | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 81 Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| PS 61 ARTHUR O EVE SCHOOL OF DISTINCTION Buffalo | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| BURGARD HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| KENMORE WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,260
Median Home Value
$260,700
Median Rent
$1,152/mo
Population
23,221
College Educated
54.1%
Homeownership
46.3%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
34.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| IVES SCHOOL Lincolndale, NY | 6.5 |
| ORCHARD VIEW ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Hopewell Junction, NY | 6.5 |
| YESHIVA OF THE TELSHE ALUMNI Bronx, NY | 6.5 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF RAMAPO Suffern, NY | 6.3 |
| MONSEY BEIS CHAYA MUSHKA-HIGH SCHOOL Airmont, NY | 6.7 |
| SHAAREI ARAZIM OF MONSEY Suffern, NY | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy School
What grades does Academy School serve?
Academy School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Academy School?
Academy School has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy School?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy School is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Academy School rank in NY?
Academy School ranks #2,147 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Academy School's MySchoolScout rating?
Academy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Academy School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Academy School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Academy School a charter school?
No, Academy School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Academy School a Title I school?
No, Academy School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Academy School?
93.6% of students at Academy School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 78
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (716) 816-3270
- 4-Year Graduation
- 22.0%
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #12 of 59
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