For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 299 students in 14227, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 14227, NY is John F Kennedy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 14227 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 14227, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14227, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John F Kennedy Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
305 Cayuga Creek Rd
Buffalo, NY 14227
(716) 897-7300
Buffalo, NY 14227
(716) 897-7300
Gr: 6-8 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 14227, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 14227, NY include John F Kennedy Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 14227?
1 public elementary schools are located in 14227.
What is the racial composition of students in 14227?
14227 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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