Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Discovery School 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 25% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Discovery School's student population of 545 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Discovery School 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 Discovery School is 0.59, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3255 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
15%
30%
Black
13%
16%
White
61%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery School's ranking?
Discovery School is ranked #3255 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Discovery School often compared to?
Discovery Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like City Honors School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Discovery School?
545 students attend Discovery School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Discovery School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery School?
Discovery School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Discovery School offer ?
Discovery School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery School part of?
Discovery School is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Discovery School located?
Discovery School is located in the South Abbott neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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