Very Good
#94 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 9% of private schools
Baker Academy
Elementary School
650 RIDGE RD, Lackawanna, NY 14218
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#94 of 992
In Lackawanna
#1 of 3
public schools
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Baker Academy
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About Baker Academy
Baker Academy is a private elementary school in Lackawanna, NY. Baker Academy serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Baker Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #94 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 63 students, Baker Academy 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.
At 5.2:1 students to teachers, Baker Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Baker 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 Baker Academy compares to the 5 public schools in Lackawanna, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lackawanna
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Baker Academy (this school) | 7.8 |
| 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
650 RIDGE RD, Lackawanna, NY 14218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Baker Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is TRUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, NOTRE DAME ACADEMY (rated 5.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Buffalo), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lackawanna, see our Lackawanna schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Lackawanna | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| WESTERN NEW YORK MARITIME CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL Lackawanna | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| MARTIN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| AL-RASHEED ACADEMY Lackawanna | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| BISHOP TIMON-ST JUDE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| LORRAINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| LACKAWANNA HIGH SCHOOL Lackawanna | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| MOUNT MERCY ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| LACKAWANNA MIDDLE SCHOOL Lackawanna | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| SOUTH PARK HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| BLASDELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blasdell | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
| TRUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| WINCHESTER-POTTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| PS 27 HILLERY PARK ACADEMY Buffalo | 2.6 mi | 3.5 |
| SOUTH BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.8 mi | 4.0 |
| BILINGUAL CENTER Buffalo | 3.1 mi | 3.9 |
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 |
|---|---|
| ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.8 |
| WINDMILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
| HUDSONWAY IMMERSION SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.9 |
| NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.6 |
| WILLIAM FLOYD LEARNING CENTER Shirley, NY | 8.0 |
| HILLEL COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Baker Academy
What grades does Baker Academy serve?
Baker Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Baker Academy?
Baker Academy has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Baker Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Baker Academy is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Baker Academy rank in NY?
Baker Academy ranks #94 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Baker Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Baker Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Baker Academy a private school?
Yes, Baker Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Baker Academy a religious school?
No, Baker Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 63
- Gender Split
- 71% M / 29% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 209 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (716) 828-7955
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