Buffalo Elementary School of Technology is an elementary school located in Buffalo, New York. It is located at 414 South Division Street in Buffalo and serves Grades K through 8. As of 2014 the acting principal is Karen Piotrowski. The previous principal, Sharon Brown, was transferred.
Serving 522 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology 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 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology's student population of 522 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology is 0.64, 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
#4227 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
55%
16%
White
10%
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 (12-13)
2%
7%
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 Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology's ranking?
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology is ranked #4227 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology often compared to?
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Bennett Park Montessori School, Lorraine Elementary School 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 46% NY state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology?
522 students attend Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology students are Black, 21% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology?
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology offer ?
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology part of?
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology located?
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology is located in the Willert Park neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Willert Park.
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