Best Public Schools in 14228 (Buffalo, NY) (2026)

Best 14228 New York Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,904 students in 14228, NY (there are , serving 238 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 14228, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).

The top-ranked public schools in 14228, NY are Willow Ridge Elementary School, Sweet Home Senior High School and Heritage Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 14228 have an score of 48% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and score of 34% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 14228, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.

Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Best 14228, NY Public Schools (2026)

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(Math and Reading Proficiency)

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Rank: #11.

Willow Ridge Elementary School

(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
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480 Willow Ridge Dr
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 250-1575

Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 47%

Rank: #22.

Sweet Home Senior High School

(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
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1901 Sweet Home Rd
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 250-1203

Gr: 9-12 | 1,091 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%

Rank: #33.

Heritage Heights Elementary School

(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
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2545 Sweet Home Rd
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 250-1525

Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 14228, NY?

The top-ranked public schools in 14228, NY include Willow Ridge Elementary School, Sweet Home Senior High School and Heritage Heights Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in 14228?

3 public schools are located in 14228.

What percentage of students in 14228 go to public school?

89% of all K-12 students in 14228 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).

What is the racial composition of students in 14228?

14228 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).