For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,128 students in 14220, NY.
The top ranked public high schools in 14220, NY are South Park High School and Western New York Maritime Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 14220 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 14220, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 14220 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Western New York Maritime Charter School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14220, NY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Park High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
150 Southside Pkwy
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 816-4828
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 816-4828
Grades: 9-12
| 726 students
Rank: #22.
Western New York Maritime Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2193 S Park Ave
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 842-6289
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 842-6289
Grades: 5-12
| 402 students
14220, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
911 Abbott Rd
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 871-6020
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 871-6020
Grades: 3-5
| 315 students
1515 South Park Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 816-4777
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 816-4777
Grades: 5-8
| 343 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 14220, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in 14220, NY include South Park High School and Western New York Maritime Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 14220?
2 public high schools are located in 14220.
What is the racial composition of students in 14220?
14220 public high schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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