Serving 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Community School #53 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 9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Community School #53 at #4 serves the entire Buffalo, NY district, encompassing an area of approximately 52.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Community School #53's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Community School #53 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 Community School #53 is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4325 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
66%
15%
White
6%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)78.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community School #53's ranking?
Community School #53 is ranked #4325 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Community School #53?
464 students attend Community School #53.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Community School #53 students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Community School #53?
Community School #53 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Community School #53 offer ?
Community School #53 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Community School #53 part of?
Community School #53 is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Community School #53 located?
Community School #53 is located in the Kingsley neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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