Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, P.s. 69 Houghton Academy 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 25% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% 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: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 69 Houghton Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Buffalo, NY, covering approximately 52.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 7.8 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 69 Houghton Academy's student population of 444 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 69 Houghton Academy 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 P.s. 69 Houghton Academy 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
#3964 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
32%
15%
White
24%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 69 Houghton Academy's ranking?
P.s. 69 Houghton Academy is ranked #3964 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 69 Houghton Academy?
444 students attend P.s. 69 Houghton Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of P.s. 69 Houghton Academy students are Black, 24% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 69 Houghton Academy?
P.s. 69 Houghton Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 69 Houghton Academy offer ?
P.s. 69 Houghton Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 69 Houghton Academy part of?
P.s. 69 Houghton Academy is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 69 Houghton Academy located?
P.s. 69 Houghton Academy is located in the Kaisertown neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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