Serving 444 students in grades 6-8, Lackawanna Middle 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 19% (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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lackawanna Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Buffalo, NY, encompassing approximately 6.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lackawanna Middle School's student population of 444 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Lackawanna Middle 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 Lackawanna Middle School is 0.59, 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
#4177 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
18%
31%
Black
13%
15%
White
60%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lackawanna Middle School's ranking?
Lackawanna Middle School is ranked #4177 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lackawanna Middle School?
444 students attend Lackawanna Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lackawanna Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lackawanna Middle School?
Lackawanna Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lackawanna Middle School offer ?
Lackawanna Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lackawanna Middle School part of?
Lackawanna Middle School is part of Lackawanna City School District.
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