Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology

414 S Division St
Buffalo, NY 14204
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 525 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology 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 11% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 525 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology's student population of 525 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology 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 Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#4227 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
11%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
18%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
35-39%
78%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
10%
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Hispanic
7%
29%
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Black
58%
16%
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White
10%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology and the percentage of White public school students in New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in New York.
0.61
This chart displays the diversity score of Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology and the public school average diversity score of New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
53%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2012-13 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology's ranking?
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology is ranked #4227 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology often compared to?
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Lorraine Elementary School, Bennett Park Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology?
525 students attend Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology students are Black, 22% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology?
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology offer ?
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology part of?
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology located?
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology is located in the Willert Park neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Willert Park.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 525 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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