Windermere Blvd School

291 Windermere Blvd
Buffalo, NY 14226
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 761 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Windermere Blvd 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 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 761 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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Windermere Blvd School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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School Overview

Windermere Blvd School's student population of 761 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
761 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers

School Rankings

Windermere Blvd School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Windermere Blvd 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#2599 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
42%
46%
40%
49%
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
24%
16%
White
46%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.70
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Windermere Blvd School's ranking?
Windermere Blvd School is ranked #2599 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Windermere Blvd School often compared to?
Windermere Blvd Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smallwood Drive School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Windermere Blvd School?
761 students attend Windermere Blvd School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Windermere Blvd School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Windermere Blvd School?
Windermere Blvd School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Windermere Blvd School offer ?
Windermere Blvd School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Windermere Blvd School part of?
Windermere Blvd School is part of Amherst Central School District.

School Reviews

5   4/29/2022
I am not sure why this school has such a low rating. This school goes above and beyond to support students with their different learning abilities. Thank you to the hardworking staff and teachers!
- Posted by Parent - Wedad Gilani

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 761 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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