Serving 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18 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 18% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 96% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18's student population of 475 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
475 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18 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 Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18 is 0.71, 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
#4179 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
36%
10%
Hispanic
23%
31%
Black
33%
15%
White
4%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18's ranking?
Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18 is ranked #4179 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18?
475 students attend Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18 students are Asian, 33% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18?
Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18 offer ?
Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18 part of?
Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18 is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18 located?
Dr A Pantoja Comm School Excllnce -#18 is located in the Front Park neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in Front Park.
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