Serving 573 students in grades 2-5, Martin Road Elementary 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 22% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martin Road Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Buffalo, NY school district, covering approximately 6.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin Road Elementary School's student population of 573 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
573 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Rankings
Martin Road Elementary 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 Martin Road Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#4134 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Asian
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
62%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Road Elementary School's ranking?
Martin Road Elementary School is ranked #4134 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Martin Road Elementary School often compared to?
Martin Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Global Concepts Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Martin Road Elementary School?
573 students attend Martin Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Martin Road Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Road Elementary School?
Martin Road Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Martin Road Elementary School offer ?
Martin Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Martin Road Elementary School part of?
Martin Road Elementary School is part of Lackawanna City School District.
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