Serving 472 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 3% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy's student population of 472 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy 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 Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy is 0.30, 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
#4366 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
83%
30%
Black
10%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy's ranking?
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy is ranked #4366 out of 4,377 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
472 students attend Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy?
Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy has a student ration of 9:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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