Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Park Community School #50 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher 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 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Park Community School #50's student population of 437 students has grown by 151% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
North Park Community School #50 ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Park Community School #50 is 0.57, which is less 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
#1277 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
16%
15%
White
63%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Park Community School #50's ranking?
North Park Community School #50 is ranked #1277 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are North Park Community School #50 often compared to?
North Park Community School #50is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 81, P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend North Park Community School #50?
437 students attend North Park Community School #50.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of North Park Community School #50 students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Park Community School #50?
North Park Community School #50 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Park Community School #50 offer ?
North Park Community School #50 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Park Community School #50 part of?
North Park Community School #50 is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is North Park Community School #50 located?
North Park Community School #50 is located in the North Park neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in North Park.
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