Ernie Davis Academy is the junior high school in Elmira, New York, United States. It occupies the building formerly used by the Elmira Free Academy, a high school, which merged with Southside High School to become Elmira High School in September 2014.
Serving 844 students in grades 7-8, Ernie Davis 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 26% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). 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 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 844 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ernie Davis Academy's student population of 844 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
844 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Ernie Davis 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 Ernie Davis Academy is 0.50, 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
#4080 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
14%
15%
White
68%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Elmira Express
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ernie Davis Academy's ranking?
Ernie Davis Academy is ranked #4080 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ernie Davis Academy often compared to?
Ernie Davis Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Horseheads Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ernie Davis Academy?
844 students attend Ernie Davis Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Ernie Davis Academy students are White, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ernie Davis Academy?
Ernie Davis Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ernie Davis Academy offer ?
Ernie Davis Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ernie Davis Academy part of?
Ernie Davis Academy is part of Elmira City School District.
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