Best Public Schools in 14202 (Buffalo, NY) (2025-26)

Best 14202 New York Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,046 students in 14202, NY.

The top-ranked public schools in 14202, NY are Emerson School Of Hospitality, 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 schools in zipcode 14202 have an score of 35% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and score of 35% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 14202, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.

Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Best 14202, NY Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Emerson School Of Hospitality

(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
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70 W Chippewa St
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 816-3018

Gr: 9-12 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Rank: #22.

Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School

Charter School

(Math: 42% | Reading: 45%)
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190 Franklin St
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 854-2490

Gr: K-12 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%

Rank: #33.

Waterfront Elementary School

(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
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95 Fourth St
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 816-3900

Gr: PK-8 | 771 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

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14202, New York Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Erie County Holding Center (Closed 2021)

Alternative School

10 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 858-7636

Gr: 12 | 1 student

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 14202, NY?

The top-ranked public schools in 14202, NY include Emerson School Of Hospitality, Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School and Waterfront Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in 14202?

3 public schools are located in 14202.

What is the racial composition of students in 14202?

14202 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).