Serving 933 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, International School 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 20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 933 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for the International School encompasses the entire school district in Buffalo, NY, covering an area of 52.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
International School's student population of 933 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
933 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
International School 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 International School 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
#4085 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
35%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
Showing 2001–2022. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is International School's ranking?
International School is ranked #4085 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are International School often compared to?
International Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend International School?
933 students attend International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of International School students are Black, 35% of students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of International School?
International School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does International School offer ?
International School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is International School part of?
International School is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is International School located?
International School is located in the Grant Ferry neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Grant Ferry.
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