Serving 514 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Herman Badillo Bilingual 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 6% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Herman Badillo Community School serves an attendance zone that covers the entire district in Buffalo, NY, encompassing approximately 52.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy's student population of 514 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
514 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Herman Badillo Bilingual 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 Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy is 0.25, 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
#4333 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
86%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
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)83.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
Showing 2001–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy's ranking?
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy is ranked #4333 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy?
514 students attend Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy?
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy offer ?
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy part of?
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy located?
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy is located in the Columbus neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Columbus.
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