Ernie Davis Academy vs Hendy Avenue School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ernie Davis Academy
Elmira · Public middle · Grades 7–8
844 students
Hendy Avenue School
Elmira · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
391 students
| Measure | Ernie Davis Academy Elmira, New York | Hendy Avenue School Elmira, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #687 of 785 | #2295 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #13044 of 15,369 | #42756 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 844 | 391 |
| Enrollment | 844 | 391 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.5% | 69.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 27% |
| city | Elmira | Elmira |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.9 vs 23.3).
- •Hendy Avenue School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 20%).
- •Hendy Avenue School does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 19%).
- •Hendy Avenue School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.6% vs 70.5%).
- •Ernie Davis Academy does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 16.3).
- •Ernie Davis Academy is the larger school with 844 students compared with 391.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ernie Davis Academy better than Hendy Avenue School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ernie Davis Academy and Hendy Avenue School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Elmira and Elmira in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ernie Davis Academy: 844. Hendy Avenue School: 391. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ernie Davis Academy and Hendy Avenue School rank in New York?
Ernie Davis Academy is 687th of 785 and Hendy Avenue School is 2295th of 2,536 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).