Lorraine Elementary School

71 Lorraine Ave
Buffalo, NY 14220
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 723 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 723 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lorraine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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School Overview

Lorraine Elementary School's student population of 723 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
723 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
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School Rankings

Lorraine Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lorraine Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NY)
#3198 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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35-39%
55%
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40-44%
62%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
5%
10%
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Hispanic
17%
29%
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Black
28%
16%
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White
42%
41%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.72
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #3198 out of 4,093 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 Bennett Park Montessori School, Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Lorraine Elementary School?
723 students attend Lorraine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Lorraine Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lorraine Elementary School?
Lorraine Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lorraine Elementary School offer ?
Lorraine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lorraine Elementary School part of?
Lorraine Elementary School is part of Buffalo City School District.

School Reviews

4   5/23/2022
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.
- Posted by Parent - Bethany

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 723 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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