Below Average
#3714 of 4,742 schools in NY
Harriet Ross Tubman Academy
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
212 STANTON ST, Buffalo, NY 14212
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,714 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#48 of 85
public schools
In district
#37 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Shortlisting around Harriet Ross Tubman Academy?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Harriet Ross Tubman Academy
Elementary School in Buffalo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Martin Luther King JR #48
0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Marva J Daniel Futures Preparatory School
0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Harriet Ross Tubman Academy
Harriet Ross Tubman Academy is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Harriet Ross Tubman Academy serves approximately 506 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Harriet Ross Tubman Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,714 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Harriet Ross Tubman Academy show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Harriet Ross Tubman Academy 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.
66% of students at Harriet Ross Tubman Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Harriet Ross Tubman Academy — Students at Harriet Ross Tubman Academy score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 35 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.4/10.
How Harriet Ross Tubman Academy Compares
See how Harriet Ross Tubman Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
212 STANTON ST, Buffalo, NY 14212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harriet Ross Tubman Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR #48 (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY (rated 5.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARTIN LUTHER KING JR #48 Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| MARVA J DANIEL FUTURES PREPARATORY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| BENNETT PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| DARUL ULOOM AL MADANIA Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| STANLEY MAKOWSKI EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 59 DR CHARLES DREW SCIENCE MAGNET Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| REACH ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| BUFFALO COMMONS CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| CITY HONORS SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| BILINGUAL CENTER Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| EAST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PATHWAYS ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| SAINTS TABERNACLE SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Buffalo | 1.4 mi | — |
| BUFFALO CREEK ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| ENTERPRISE CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL #53 Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| LEONARDO DA VINCI HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,517
Median Home Value
$89,900
Median Rent
$829/mo
Population
13,603
College Educated
11.3%
Homeownership
52.5%
Poverty Rate
41%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 4.8 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Bronx, NY | 4.8 |
| CHENANGO BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 4.8 |
| DUNKIRK INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Dunkirk, NY | 4.8 |
| ELM STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly, NY | 4.8 |
| GEORGE L COOKE SCHOOL Monticello, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harriet Ross Tubman Academy
What grades does Harriet Ross Tubman Academy serve?
Harriet Ross Tubman Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Harriet Ross Tubman Academy?
Harriet Ross Tubman Academy has an enrollment of approximately 506 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harriet Ross Tubman Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Harriet Ross Tubman Academy is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harriet Ross Tubman Academy rank in NY?
Harriet Ross Tubman Academy ranks #3,714 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Harriet Ross Tubman Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Harriet Ross Tubman Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Harriet Ross Tubman Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harriet Ross Tubman Academy has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Harriet Ross Tubman Academy a charter school?
No, Harriet Ross Tubman Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harriet Ross Tubman Academy a Title I school?
No, Harriet Ross Tubman Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harriet Ross Tubman Academy?
96.0% of students at Harriet Ross Tubman Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Explore More Schools
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 506
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.4%
- Phone
- (716) 816-3780
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #37 of 59
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
- Best Public Schools in New York 2026: Top Districts from NYC to the Suburbsbest schools
- Best Schools in New York, NY — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best States for Public Schools in 2026: A Complete Rankingdata insights
- Charter Schools vs Public Schools: What the Data Actually Shows (2026)school choice
- Student-Teacher Ratio by State: Complete 2026 Rankingsdata insights
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.