Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Erie County Detention Facility's student population of 15 students has grown by 275% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Erie County Detention Facility is 0.50, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
20%
30%
Black
67%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Buffalo City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Erie County Detention Facility?
15 students attend Erie County Detention Facility.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Erie County Detention Facility students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Asian.
What grades does Erie County Detention Facility offer ?
Erie County Detention Facility offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Erie County Detention Facility part of?
Erie County Detention Facility is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Erie County Detention Facility located?
Erie County Detention Facility is located in the Grider neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Grider.
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