Serving 741 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Anna Murray-douglass Academy 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 16% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SCHOOL 12-JAMES P B DUFFY is located in the south part of Rochester, NY, serving an attendance zone that covers approximately 3.3 square miles. Families in this area typically have a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with most residing within 1.4 miles of the school's edge and the furthest point being 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anna Murray-douglass Academy's student population of 741 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
741 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Anna Murray-douglass Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anna Murray-douglass Academy is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4264 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.9%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
5%
Showing 2006–2016. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anna Murray-douglass Academy's ranking?
Anna Murray-douglass Academy is ranked #4264 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Anna Murray-douglass Academy often compared to?
Anna Murray-douglass Academyis often viewed alongside schools like School 58-world Of Inquiry School, Genesee Community Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Anna Murray-douglass Academy?
741 students attend Anna Murray-douglass Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Anna Murray-douglass Academy students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anna Murray-douglass Academy?
Anna Murray-douglass Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Anna Murray-douglass Academy offer ?
Anna Murray-douglass Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Anna Murray-douglass Academy part of?
Anna Murray-douglass Academy is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is Anna Murray-douglass Academy located?
Anna Murray-douglass Academy is located in the Highland neighborhood of Rochester, NY.
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