Summary:
The 14211 zip code area of Buffalo, New York is home to 10 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. These schools serve a high-need student population, as evidenced by the high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients across the district.
Among the standout schools in the area are Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School, which has the highest performance on state assessments, with 49-80% of students proficient in ELA and Math. Another high-performing school is Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School II, which also exceeds the state and district averages on state assessments and has a lower chronic absenteeism rate. In contrast, Ps 59 Dr. Charles Drew Science Magnet stands out for its high spending per student ($26,496) and low student-teacher ratio (10:1), despite lower test scores compared to the state and district averages.
The data reveals a significant performance gap between the highest and lowest-performing schools in the area, with the charter schools generally outperforming the district public schools on state assessments. Addressing attendance issues, resource allocation, and teaching and learning practices could be important strategies for enhancing educational opportunities and success for these students across the Buffalo City School District, Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School II, Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School, and Brick Buffalo Academy Charter School.
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