For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 813 students in 14228, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 14228, NY are Willow Ridge Elementary School and Heritage Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 14228 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 14228, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14228, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Willow Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
480 Willow Ridge Dr
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 250-1575
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 250-1575
Grades: PK-5
| 394 students
Rank: #22.
Heritage Heights Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2545 Sweet Home Rd
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 250-1525
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 250-1525
Grades: PK-5
| 419 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 14228, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 14228, NY include Willow Ridge Elementary School and Heritage Heights Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 14228?
2 public elementary schools are located in 14228.
What is the racial composition of students in 14228?
14228 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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