For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,675 students in 14202, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 14202, NY are Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School and Waterfront Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 14202 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 14202, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14202, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
190 Franklin St
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 854-2490
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 854-2490
Grades: K-12
| 904 students
Rank: #22.
Waterfront Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
95 Fourth St
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 816-3900
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 816-3900
Grades: PK-8
| 771 students
14202, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Erie County Holding Center (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
10 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 858-7636
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 858-7636
Grades: 12
| 1 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 14202, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 14202, NY include Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School and Waterfront Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 14202?
2 public elementary schools are located in 14202.
What is the racial composition of students in 14202?
14202 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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