Serving 561 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet's student population of 561 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Sep 7, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
School Motto
Empowering Students for Success
School Rankings
P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4291 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
10%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
58%
16%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet's ranking?
P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet is ranked #4291 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet often compared to?
P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet?
561 students attend P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet students are Black, 22% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet?
P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet offer ?
P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet part of?
P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet located?
P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet is located in the MLK Park neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in MLK Park.
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