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Best 14216 New York Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,204 students in 14216, NY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 14216, NY are Academy School and Tapestry Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 14216 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 14216, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 14216 have a Graduation Rate of 70%, which is less than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tapestry Charter School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 14216, NY Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
756 St Lawrence Ave
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 816-3270
Gr: 9-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Tapestry Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
65 Great Arrow Ave
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 204-5883
Gr: K-12 | 1,126 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 14216 New York

14216, New York Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
780 Parkside Ave
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 816-3440
Gr: 7-8
756 St Lawrence Ave
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 838-7482
Gr: 4-6 | 228 students Minority enrollment: 86%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 14216, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 14216, NY include Academy School and Tapestry Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 14216?
2 public high schools are located in 14216.
What is the racial composition of students in 14216?
14216 public high schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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