For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 743 students in 14202, NY.
The top-ranked public middle school in 14202, NY is Waterfront Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 14202 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 14202, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14202, NY Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waterfront Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
95 Fourth St
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 816-3900
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 816-3900
Gr: PK-9 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
14202, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Erie County Holding Center (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
10 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 858-7636
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 858-7636
Gr: 12 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 14202, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 14202, NY include Waterfront Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 14202?
1 public middle schools are located in 14202.
What is the racial composition of students in 14202?
14202 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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