For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,214 students in 14220, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 14220, NY are Discovery School and Lorraine Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 14220 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 14220, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14220, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Discovery School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
911 Abbott Rd
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 816-4922
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 816-4922
Gr: PK-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Lorraine Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
71 Lorraine Ave
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 816-4809
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 816-4809
Gr: PK-8 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
14220, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
911 Abbott Rd
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 871-6020
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 871-6020
Gr: 3-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
1515 South Park Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 816-4777
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 816-4777
Gr: 5-8 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 14220, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 14220, NY include Discovery School and Lorraine Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 14220?
2 public preschools are located in 14220.
What is the racial composition of students in 14220?
14220 public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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