Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16's student population of 430 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Motto
We have the POWER to SOAR by choosing our: Attitude. Effort. & Mindset.
School Rankings
Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16 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 Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16 is 0.44, 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
#4313 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
73%
15%
White
3%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16's ranking?
Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16 is ranked #4313 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16?
430 students attend Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16 students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16?
Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16 offer ?
Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16 part of?
Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16 is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16 located?
Dr David And Ruth Anderson Academy- School 16 is located in the 19th Ward neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in 19th Ward.
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