For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 813 students in 14228, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 14228, NY are Willow Ridge Elementary School and Heritage Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 14228 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 14228, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14228, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willow Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
480 Willow Ridge Dr
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 250-1575
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 250-1575
Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Heritage Heights Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2545 Sweet Home Rd
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 250-1525
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 250-1525
Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 14228, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 14228, NY include Willow Ridge Elementary School and Heritage Heights Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 14228?
2 public elementary schools are located in 14228.
What is the racial composition of students in 14228?
14228 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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