Serving 702 students in grades 2-6, Harry F Abate 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 14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harry F Abate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harry F Abate Elementary School's student population of 702 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
702 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Harry F Abate 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 Harry F Abate Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4169 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
44%
16%
White
25%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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 Harry F Abate Elementary School's ranking?
Harry F Abate Elementary School is ranked #4169 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Harry F Abate Elementary School often compared to?
Harry F Abate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry J Kalfas Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Harry F Abate Elementary School?
702 students attend Harry F Abate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Harry F Abate Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry F Abate Elementary School?
Harry F Abate Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harry F Abate Elementary School offer ?
Harry F Abate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harry F Abate Elementary School part of?
Harry F Abate Elementary School is part of Niagara Falls City School District.
School Reviews
2 10/8/2015
This school is really really bad!!!!! Dont sent your childen here you will be really sorry! They lie and they dont care about your child , they are power hungry ,and they try and push you around. Do not buy into we only want the best for your child!
If there is a problem and you fight for your child, you will be banned from the school!!!!!!
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