ERNIE DAVIS ACADEMY
802 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
School Overview
Ernie Davis Academy, located at 933 Hoffman Street in Elmira, New York, is a key component of the Elmira City School District. Serving students at the middle school level (typically grades 7–9), the academy is named in honor of the legendary Syracuse University football star and Elmira native, Ernie Davis. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive academic environment that prepares students for the transition to high school, focusing on both scholastic achievement and the development of core values such as integrity and perseverance.
As part of the broader Elmira City School District, the academy provides a comprehensive curriculum that integrates traditional core subjects with opportunities for student growth in technology, the arts, and athletics. The school’s administration and faculty focus on maintaining a structured, inclusive culture that encourages active student participation and community engagement. For families looking for specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district initiatives, the school maintains an updated digital presence through the Elmira City School District website at [www.elmiracityschools.com](http://www.elmiracityschools.com).
As part of the broader Elmira City School District, the academy provides a comprehensive curriculum that integrates traditional core subjects with opportunities for student growth in technology, the arts, and athletics. The school’s administration and faculty focus on maintaining a structured, inclusive culture that encourages active student participation and community engagement. For families looking for specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district initiatives, the school maintains an updated digital presence through the Elmira City School District website at [www.elmiracityschools.com](http://www.elmiracityschools.com).
802
Total Students
70.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
74.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 552 |
| Hispanic | 30 |
| Black | 97 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 116 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White552 (68.9 %)
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Two or More116 (14.5 %)
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Black97 (12.1 %)
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Hispanic30 (3.7 %)
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Asian3 (0.4 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.2 %)
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American Indian1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | ELMIRA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (607)735-3100 |
| Website: | http://www.elmiracityschools.com |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 802 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 70.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 594 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 1 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
387
Grade 8
414
Ungraded
1
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 387 |
| Grade 8 | 414 |
| Ungraded | 1 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 372 | 46.4% |
| Male | 429 | 53.5% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.1% |
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Middle School 6th - 8th
Middle School 5th - 6th
Middle School 7th - 8th