Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Build Community School 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 7% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Build Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Build Community School's student population of 326 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Build Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Build Community School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4315 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
66%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Build Community School's ranking?
Build Community School is ranked #4315 out of 4,377 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Build Community School?
326 students attend Build Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Build Community School students are Black, 23% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Build Community School?
Build Community School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Build Community School offer ?
Build Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Build Community School part of?
Build Community School is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Build Community School located?
Build Community School is located in the Grant Ferry neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Grant Ferry.
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