Below Average
#4227 of 4,742 schools in NY
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
315 CAROLINA ST, Buffalo, NY 14201
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,227 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#63 of 85
public schools
In district
#50 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy serves approximately 472 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,227 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
91% of students at Herman Badillo Bilingual 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
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Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy — Students at Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 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: 5.8/10.
How Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy Compares
See how Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
315 CAROLINA ST, Buffalo, NY 14201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CATHOLIC ACADEMY WEST BUFFALO (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WATERFRONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY (rated 5.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,204
Median Home Value
$327,900
Median Rent
$953/mo
Population
12,545
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
20.2%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
44.6%
Median Age
33.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy
What grades does Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy serve?
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy?
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy has an enrollment of approximately 472 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy rank in NY?
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy ranks #4,227 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy a charter school?
No, Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy a Title I school?
No, Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy?
94.7% of students at Herman Badillo Bilingual 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 472
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 90.5%
- Phone
- (716) 816-3848
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #50 of 59
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