For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,330 students in 14221, NY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 14221, NY are Heim Middle School and Mill Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 14221 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 14221, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public middle school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14221, NY Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heim Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
175 Heim Rd
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 626-8600
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 626-8600
Gr: 5-8 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Mill Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
505 Mill St
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 626-8300
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 626-8300
Gr: 5-8 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 14221, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 14221, NY include Heim Middle School and Mill Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 14221?
2 public middle schools are located in 14221.
What is the racial composition of students in 14221?
14221 public middle schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public middle schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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