For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 492 students in the neighborhood of Parkside, Buffalo, NY.
The top ranked public school in Parkside is Dr George Blackman Ecc. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Parkside, Buffalo, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 49% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Parkside, Buffalo, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dr George Blackman Ecc
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2358 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 816-3340
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 816-3340
Grades: PK-4
| 345 students
Rank: n/an/a
Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School
Charter School
2408 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 597-4373
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 597-4373
Grades: K-3
| 171 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Parkside, Buffalo, NY?
The top ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Parkside, Buffalo, NY include Dr George Blackman Ecc.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Parkside, Buffalo?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Parkside, Buffalo.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Parkside, Buffalo?
the neighborhood of Parkside, Buffalo public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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