Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roots Academy At West Hill 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roots Academy At West Hill ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Roots Academy At West Hill's student population of 334 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roots Academy At West Hill 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 Roots Academy At West Hill is 0.74, which is more 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
#4317 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
26%
30%
Black
39%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roots Academy At West Hill's ranking?
Roots Academy At West Hill is ranked #4317 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Roots Academy At West Hill?
334 students attend Roots Academy At West Hill.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Roots Academy At West Hill students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roots Academy At West Hill?
Roots Academy At West Hill has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roots Academy At West Hill offer ?
Roots Academy At West Hill offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Roots Academy At West Hill part of?
Roots Academy At West Hill is part of Albany City School District.
In what neighborhood is Roots Academy At West Hill located?
Roots Academy At West Hill is located in the West Hill neighborhood of Albany, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in West Hill.
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