Serving 379 students in grades 9, Broadway 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 17% (which is lower than the New York state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Math Proficiency: 17%
- Reading Proficiency: 20%
- Attendance Zone: Broadway Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Elmira, NY, covering approximately 112.6 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Broadway Academy's student population of 379 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Family, School, Community: Together We Succeed
School Rankings
The diversity score of Broadway Academy is 0.47, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)17%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
9%
15%
White
71%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% NY state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Broadway Academy?
379 students attend Broadway Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Broadway Academy students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Broadway Academy?
Broadway Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Broadway Academy offer ?
Broadway Academy offers enrollment in grades 9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Broadway Academy part of?
Broadway Academy is part of Elmira City School District.
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