Serving 772 students in grades 6-8, Wilbur H Lynch Literacy 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 12% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Amsterdam, NY, encompassing approximately 80.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy's student population of 772 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
772 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wilbur H Lynch Literacy 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 Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy is 0.61, 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
#4169 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-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 Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy's ranking?
Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy is ranked #4169 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy?
772 students attend Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy?
Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy offer ?
Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy part of?
Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy is part of Amsterdam City School District.
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