Best 14216 New York Public High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,204 students in 14216, NY.
The top ranked public high schools in 14216, NY are Academy School and Tapestry Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 14216 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the New York public high school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 14216, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 14216 have a Graduation Rate of 56%, which is less than the New York average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tapestry Charter School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 14216, NY Public High Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Academy School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
756 St Lawrence Ave
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 816-3270
Grades: 9-12
| 78 students
Rank: #22.
Tapestry Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
65 Great Arrow Ave
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 204-5883
Grades: K-12
| 1,126 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 14216 New York

14216, New York Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
780 Parkside Ave
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 816-3440
Grades: 7-8
| n/a students
756 St Lawrence Ave
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 838-7482
Grades: 4-6
| 228 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 14216, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in 14216, NY include Academy School and Tapestry Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 14216?
2 public high schools are located in 14216.
What is the racial composition of students in 14216?
14216 public high schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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