Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lovejoy Discovery School #43 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lovejoy Discovery School #43's student population of 589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
589 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lovejoy Discovery School #43 is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4267 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
10%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
30%
15%
White
26%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Buffalo City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lovejoy Discovery School #43's ranking?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 is ranked #4267 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lovejoy Discovery School #43?
589 students attend Lovejoy Discovery School #43.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Lovejoy Discovery School #43 students are Black, 26% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lovejoy Discovery School #43?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lovejoy Discovery School #43 offer ?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lovejoy Discovery School #43 part of?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lovejoy Discovery School #43 located?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 is located in the Lovejoy neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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