Serving 487 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 13% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). 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 98% 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-8
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harvey Austin School #97's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
487 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Harvey Austin School #97 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 Harvey Austin School #97 is 0.62, 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
#4285 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
52%
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
32%
10%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
52%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)91.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harvey Austin School #97's ranking?
Harvey Austin School #97 is ranked #4285 out of 4,346 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 Academy School, City Honors School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
487 students attend Harvey Austin School #97.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Harvey Austin School #97 students are Black, 32% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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