For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 648 students in 14227, NY.
The top ranked public schools in 14227, NY are John F Kennedy Senior High School and John F Kennedy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 14227 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 14227, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14227, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John F Kennedy Senior High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
305 Cayuga Creek Rd
Buffalo, NY 14227
(716) 891-6407
Buffalo, NY 14227
(716) 891-6407
Gr: 9-12 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
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 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 14227, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 14227, NY include John F Kennedy Senior High School and John F Kennedy Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 14227?
2 public schools are located in 14227.
What is the racial composition of students in 14227?
14227 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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