Serving 772 students in grades 6-8, Wilbur H Lynch Literacy 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 12% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy's student population of 772 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
772 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Wilbur H Lynch Literacy 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 Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy is 0.61, 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
#4169 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
52%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
35%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy's ranking?
Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy is ranked #4169 out of 4,346 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy?
772 students attend Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy?
Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy offer ?
Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy part of?
Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy is part of Amsterdam City School District.
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