For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,902 students in 14223, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 14223, NY are Charles A Lindbergh Elementary School, Herbert Hoover Middle School and Herbert Hoover Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 14223 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 14223, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14223, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charles A Lindbergh Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
184 Irving Ter
Buffalo, NY 14223
(716) 874-8410
Buffalo, NY 14223
(716) 874-8410
Gr: K-4 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Herbert Hoover Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
249 Thorncliff Rd
Buffalo, NY 14223
(716) 874-8405
Buffalo, NY 14223
(716) 874-8405
Gr: 5-7 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Herbert Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
199 Thorncliff Rd
Buffalo, NY 14223
(716) 874-8414
Buffalo, NY 14223
(716) 874-8414
Gr: K-5 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Ben Franklin Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
540 Parkhurst Blvd
Buffalo, NY 14223
(716) 874-8404
Buffalo, NY 14223
(716) 874-8404
Gr: 5-7 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Ben Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 Parkhurst Blvd
Buffalo, NY 14223
(716) 874-8415
Buffalo, NY 14223
(716) 874-8415
Gr: K-4 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
14223, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
250 Athens Blvd
Buffalo, NY 14223
(716) 874-8418
Buffalo, NY 14223
(716) 874-8418
Gr: K-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 14223, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 14223, NY include Charles A Lindbergh Elementary School, Herbert Hoover Middle School and Herbert Hoover Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 14223?
5 public elementary schools are located in 14223.
What is the racial composition of students in 14223?
14223 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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