For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,214 students in 14220, NY.
The top ranked public preschools in 14220, NY are Discovery School and Lorraine Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 14220 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 14220, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14220, NY Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Discovery School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
911 Abbott Rd
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 816-4922
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 816-4922
Grades: PK-8
| 545 students
Rank: #22.
Lorraine Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
71 Lorraine Ave
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 816-4809
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 816-4809
Grades: PK-8
| 669 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 preschools in 14220, NY?
The top ranked public preschools in 14220, NY include Discovery School and Lorraine Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 14220?
2 public preschools are located in 14220.
What is the racial composition of students in 14220?
14220 public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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