For the 2026 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 35% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 14202, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
190 Franklin St
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 854-2490
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 854-2490
Gr: K-12 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Waterfront Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
95 Fourth St
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 816-3900
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 816-3900
Gr: PK-8 | 771 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
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
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 858-7636
Gr: 12 | 1 student
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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