For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,556 students in 14221, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 14221, NY are Country Parkway Elementary School, Harris Hill Elementary School and Forest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 14221 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 14221, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14221, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Country Parkway Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
35 Hollybrook Dr
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 626-9860
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 626-9860
Gr: PK-4 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Harris Hill Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4260 S Harris Hill Rd
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 407-9175
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 407-9175
Gr: PK-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Forest Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
250 N Forest Rd
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 626-9800
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 626-9800
Gr: PK-4 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 14221, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 14221, NY include Country Parkway Elementary School, Harris Hill Elementary School and Forest Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 14221?
3 public preschools are located in 14221.
What is the racial composition of students in 14221?
14221 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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