Serving 769 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Waterfront Elementary School 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterfront Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Waterfront Elementary School's student population of 769 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waterfront Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterfront Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3982 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
26%
10%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
45%
16%
White
9%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
51%
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 Waterfront Elementary School's ranking?
Waterfront Elementary School is ranked #3982 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Waterfront Elementary School often compared to?
Waterfront Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bennett Park Montessori School, D'youville-porter Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Waterfront Elementary School?
769 students attend Waterfront Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Waterfront Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterfront Elementary School?
Waterfront Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waterfront Elementary School offer ?
Waterfront Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterfront Elementary School part of?
Waterfront Elementary School is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Waterfront Elementary School located?
Waterfront Elementary School is located in the Columbus neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Columbus.
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