For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,509 students in 14213, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in 14213, NY are Lafayette International School, West Buffalo Charter School and International Preparatory School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 14213 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 14213, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14213, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lafayette International School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
370 Lafayette Ave
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-4358
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-4358
Gr: 9-12 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
West Buffalo Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
113 Lafayette Ave
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 923-1534
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 923-1534
Gr: K-8 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
International Preparatory School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
110 14th St
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-4300
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-4300
Gr: 9-12 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Native American Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
97 W Delavan Ave
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-3180
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-3180
Gr: PK-8 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
International School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
141 Hoyt St
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-3300
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-3300
Gr: PK-8 | 987 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Frank A Sedita School #30
(Math: 11% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
21 Lowell Pl
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-3220
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-3220
Gr: PK-8 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
14213, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
110 14th St
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-4300
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-4300
Gr: 11-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
370 Lafayette Ave
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-4358
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-4358
Gr: 11-12 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
350 Vermont Street
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-3220
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-3220
Gr: 5-8 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
370 Normal Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-4010
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 816-4010
Gr: PK-4 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 14213, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 14213, NY include Lafayette International School, West Buffalo Charter School and International Preparatory School.
How many public schools are located in 14213?
6 public schools are located in 14213.
What is the racial composition of students in 14213?
14213 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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