Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 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 11% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (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 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for GRABIARZ-CAMPUS SCHOOL #79 covers the entire school district in Buffalo, NY, encompassing approximately 52.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone reaching about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pfc William J Grabiarz #79's student population of 518 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
518 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 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 Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 is 0.72, 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
#4262 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
Showing 2002–2015. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pfc William J Grabiarz #79's ranking?
Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 is ranked #4262 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 often compared to?
Pfc William J Grabiarz #79is often viewed alongside schools like West Hertel Elementary School, P.s. 81 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Pfc William J Grabiarz #79?
518 students attend Pfc William J Grabiarz #79.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pfc William J Grabiarz #79?
Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 offer ?
Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 part of?
Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 located?
Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 is located in the Military neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Military.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Grabiarz Campus School is one of the best schools in Buffalo. My daughter loved her 5 th grade teachers and is excited to go into 6 th grade. I noticed yesterday in the news that the school had one of the best state assessment results in the area. My daughter loves math and talked about the math group she was in. All the students get individual attention depending on their level. She was in the high level and was pulled out by a different teacher.
I would recommend this school.
5 10/10/2025
I'm actually a grandparent; my grandson has attended this school since very early on, and he is now in 4th grade. This school works with the child, the teachers go out of their way to make sure both the parent and the child have everything that they need. Having teachers two years in a row at a time with my grandson's class has been an incredible experience. We've seen nothing by progress with him these past few years. While we have had an unpleasant experience with one admin, it has only been the one. The Principal knows the children and works with them individually with that knowledge. Great job, School 79!
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