Serving 529 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Harvey Austin School #97 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 11% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than 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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harvey Austin School #97 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Harvey Austin School #97's student population of 529 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harvey Austin School #97 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harvey Austin School #97 is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4286 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
67%
16%
White
3%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harvey Austin School #97's ranking?
Harvey Austin School #97 is ranked #4286 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Harvey Austin School #97 often compared to?
Harvey Austin School #97is often viewed alongside schools like City Honors School, Academy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Harvey Austin School #97?
529 students attend Harvey Austin School #97.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Harvey Austin School #97 students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harvey Austin School #97?
Harvey Austin School #97 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harvey Austin School #97 offer ?
Harvey Austin School #97 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harvey Austin School #97 part of?
Harvey Austin School #97 is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Harvey Austin School #97 located?
Harvey Austin School #97 is located in the Emerson neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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