Serving 750 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, West Hertel 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 12% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Hertel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Hertel Elementary School's student population of 750 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
750 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Hertel Elementary School 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 West Hertel Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#4085 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Black
44%
16%
White
11%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Hertel Elementary School's ranking?
West Hertel Elementary School is ranked #4085 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are West Hertel Elementary School often compared to?
West Hertel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pfc William J Grabiarz #79, P.S. 65 Roosevelt Ecc by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend West Hertel Elementary School?
750 students attend West Hertel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of West Hertel Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Hertel Elementary School?
West Hertel Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Hertel Elementary School offer ?
West Hertel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Hertel Elementary School part of?
West Hertel Elementary School is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is West Hertel Elementary School located?
West Hertel Elementary School is located in the Military neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Military.
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