Serving 566 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stanley Makowski Early Childhood's attendance zone encompasses the entire Buffalo, NY school district, covering approximately 52.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center's student population of 566 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
566 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center 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 Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center is 0.59, 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
#4031 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
61%
15%
White
6%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)72.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center's ranking?
Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center is ranked #4031 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center often compared to?
Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center?
566 students attend Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center?
Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center offer ?
Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center part of?
Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center is part of Buffalo City School District.
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