Best 14215 New York Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,517 students in 14215, NY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 14215, NY are Frederick Olmsted #156, P.s. 84 and Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 14215 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 14215, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 14215 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Frederick Olmsted #156, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Best 14215, NY Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frederick Olmsted #156
(Math: 57% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
319 Suffolk
Buffalo, NY 14215
(716) 816-4330
Gr: 5-12 | 928 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
P.s. 84
Special Education School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
462 Grider St
Buffalo, NY 14215
(716) 816-4080
Gr: K-12 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
646 E Delevan Ave
Buffalo, NY 14215
(716) 816-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 14215, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 14215, NY include Frederick Olmsted #156, P.s. 84 and Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197.
How many public high schools are located in 14215?
3 public high schools are located in 14215.
What is the racial composition of students in 14215?
14215 public high schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

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