Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Park Community School #50 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher 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 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Park Community School #50's student population of 437 students has grown by 151% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
North Park Community School #50 ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Park Community School #50 is 0.57, which is less 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
#1277 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
16%
15%
White
63%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
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 North Park Community School #50's ranking?
North Park Community School #50 is ranked #1277 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend North Park Community School #50?
437 students attend North Park Community School #50.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of North Park Community School #50 students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Park Community School #50?
North Park Community School #50 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Park Community School #50 offer ?
North Park Community School #50 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Park Community School #50 part of?
North Park Community School #50 is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is North Park Community School #50 located?
North Park Community School #50 is located in the North Park neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in North Park.
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