Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Archer Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Archer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Archer Elementary School's student population of 359 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Archer Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
61%
29%
Black
21%
16%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Archer Elementary School often compared to?
Archer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Little School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Archer Elementary School?
359 students attend Archer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Archer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Archer Elementary School?
Archer Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Archer Elementary School offer ?
Archer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Archer Elementary School part of?
Archer Elementary School is part of New York City Geographic District #12 School District.
School Reviews
5 5/19/2020
This school was the best time I have had from 1st-4th grade, I love art class and all the teachers I''ve had! This was a good school and it was fun the be here. Five stars
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