Serving 550 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Harriet Ross Tubman 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 10% (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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harriet Ross Tubman Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire Buffalo, NY school district, covering approximately 52.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harriet Ross Tubman Academy's student population of 550 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
550 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harriet Ross Tubman 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 Harriet Ross Tubman Academy is 0.66, 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
#4302 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
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)
25-29%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
37%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harriet Ross Tubman Academy's ranking?
Harriet Ross Tubman Academy is ranked #4302 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% 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 Harriet Ross Tubman Academy?
550 students attend Harriet Ross Tubman Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Harriet Ross Tubman Academy students are Black, 37% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harriet Ross Tubman Academy?
Harriet Ross Tubman Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harriet Ross Tubman Academy offer ?
Harriet Ross Tubman Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harriet Ross Tubman Academy part of?
Harriet Ross Tubman Academy is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Harriet Ross Tubman Academy located?
Harriet Ross Tubman Academy is located in the Emslie neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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