Buffalo Traditional School serves 893 students in grades 5-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 90% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
893 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
2%
31%
Black
88%
15%
White
10%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Buffalo Traditional School?
893 students attend Buffalo Traditional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Buffalo Traditional School students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buffalo Traditional School?
Buffalo Traditional School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Buffalo Traditional School offer ?
Buffalo Traditional School offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Buffalo Traditional School part of?
Buffalo Traditional School is part of Buffalo City School District.
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