Very Good
#241 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 24% of private schools
Al-rasheed Academy
School
109 RIDGE RD, Lackawanna, NY 14218
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#241 of 992
In Lackawanna
#2 of 3
public schools
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About Al-rasheed Academy
Al-rasheed Academy is a private school in Lackawanna, NY. Al-rasheed Academy serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Al-rasheed Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #241 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Al-rasheed Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Al-rasheed Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Lackawanna, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Al-rasheed Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| MARTIN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| LACKAWANNA HIGH SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| LACKAWANNA MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| TRUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NY
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
109 RIDGE RD, Lackawanna, NY 14218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Al-rasheed Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. BAKER ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MOUNT MERCY ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Buffalo), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lackawanna, see our Lackawanna schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAKER ACADEMY Lackawanna | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Lackawanna | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| WESTERN NEW YORK MARITIME CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| MARTIN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL Lackawanna | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTH PARK HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| BISHOP TIMON-ST JUDE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| LORRAINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| MOUNT MERCY ACADEMY Buffalo | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| BLASDELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blasdell | 2.5 mi | 3.3 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Buffalo | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| BILINGUAL CENTER Buffalo | 2.8 mi | 3.9 |
| SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| LACKAWANNA HIGH SCHOOL Lackawanna | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| LACKAWANNA MIDDLE SCHOOL Lackawanna | 2.3 mi | 3.3 |
| BUFFALO CREEK ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| TRUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 27 HILLERY PARK ACADEMY Buffalo | 3.1 mi | 3.5 |
| BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY Buffalo | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,484
Median Home Value
$135,000
Median Rent
$829/mo
Population
20,661
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
55.2%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
21.5%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRADFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL Bradford, NY | 7.1 |
| THE HALLEN SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY | 7.1 |
| CONGREGATION KOIFER NEFESH Monsey, NY | 7.0 |
| OWEN D YOUNG CENTRAL SCHOOL Van Hornesville, NY | 7.0 |
| ROXBURY CENTRAL SCHOOL Roxbury, NY | 7.0 |
| YESHIVA RABBI SAMSON RAPHAEL HIRSCH New York, NY | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Al-rasheed Academy
What grades does Al-rasheed Academy serve?
Al-rasheed Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Al-rasheed Academy?
Al-rasheed Academy has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Al-rasheed Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Al-rasheed Academy is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Al-rasheed Academy rank in NY?
Al-rasheed Academy ranks #241 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Al-rasheed Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Al-rasheed Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Al-rasheed Academy a private school?
Yes, Al-rasheed Academy is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Al-rasheed Academy a religious school?
Al-rasheed Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 218
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (716) 603-2873
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