Serving 638 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lorraine Elementary 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 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lorraine Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Buffalo, NY, encompassing approximately 52.5 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 4.9 miles and the furthest edge located 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lorraine Elementary School's student population of 638 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
638 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lorraine Elementary 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 Lorraine Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#3365 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
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)78.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
Showing 2001–2015. Full 16-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 Lorraine Elementary School's ranking?
Lorraine Elementary School is ranked #3365 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lorraine Elementary School often compared to?
Lorraine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology, Bennett Park Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lorraine Elementary School?
638 students attend Lorraine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Lorraine Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lorraine Elementary School?
Lorraine Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lorraine Elementary School offer ?
Lorraine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lorraine Elementary School part of?
Lorraine Elementary School is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lorraine Elementary School located?
Lorraine Elementary School is located in the Abbott McKinley neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
I love Lorraine Elementary! While there''s definitely room for improvement in the BPS curriculum city-wide, the teachers are very responsive at Lorraine and treat my kids wonderfully. My children have been happy there, which tells me they''re doing something right. The teacher and admin always handled my issues and questions immediately. They truly care.
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