Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lovejoy Discovery School #43 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 11% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LOVEJOY DISCOVERY SCHOOL #43 is located in Buffalo, NY, and serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 52.5 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lovejoy Discovery School #43's student population of 589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
589 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 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 Lovejoy Discovery School #43 is 0.78, 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
#4267 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
10%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
30%
15%
White
26%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)82%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lovejoy Discovery School #43's ranking?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 is ranked #4267 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lovejoy Discovery School #43 often compared to?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet, Discovery School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lovejoy Discovery School #43?
589 students attend Lovejoy Discovery School #43.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Lovejoy Discovery School #43 students are Black, 26% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lovejoy Discovery School #43?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lovejoy Discovery School #43 offer ?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lovejoy Discovery School #43 part of?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lovejoy Discovery School #43 located?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 is located in the Lovejoy neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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