Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Drake 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 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Drake School's student population of 242 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower students to reach their fullest potential by cultivating a community of lifelong learners who think critically about the world around them.
School Rankings
Drake School 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 Drake School is 0.32, 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
#2951 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
82%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drake School's ranking?
Drake School is ranked #2951 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Drake School often compared to?
Drake Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spruce School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Drake School?
242 students attend Drake School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Drake School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Drake School?
Drake School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Drake School offer ?
Drake School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Drake School part of?
Drake School is part of North Tonawanda City School District.
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