Below Average
#4228 of 4,742 schools in NY
Bennett Park Montessori School
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
342 CLINTON ST, Buffalo, NY 14204
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,228 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#64 of 85
public schools
In district
#51 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Bennett Park Montessori School
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About Bennett Park Montessori School
Bennett Park Montessori School is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Bennett Park Montessori School serves approximately 600 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bennett Park Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,228 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Bennett Park Montessori School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Bennett Park Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
63% of students at Bennett Park Montessori School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bennett Park Montessori School — Students at Bennett Park Montessori School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 38 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.
How Bennett Park Montessori School Compares
See how Bennett Park Montessori School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
342 CLINTON ST, Buffalo, NY 14204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bennett Park Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR #48 (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WATERFRONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY (rated 5.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$26,000
Median Home Value
$151,700
Median Rent
$814/mo
Population
7,748
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
29.9%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
34.8%
Median Age
41.4
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| ARTHUR P MOMOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plattsburgh, NY | 4.0 |
| BIRCHWOOD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Melville, NY | 4.0 |
| BROOKHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brookhaven, NY | 4.0 |
| DONLIN DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool, NY | 4.0 |
| E J RUSSELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pine Bush, NY | 4.0 |
| FRAZER K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bennett Park Montessori School
What grades does Bennett Park Montessori School serve?
Bennett Park Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Bennett Park Montessori School?
Bennett Park Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 600 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bennett Park Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bennett Park Montessori School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bennett Park Montessori School rank in NY?
Bennett Park Montessori School ranks #4,228 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Bennett Park Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bennett Park Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bennett Park Montessori School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bennett Park Montessori School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bennett Park Montessori School a charter school?
No, Bennett Park Montessori School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bennett Park Montessori School a Title I school?
No, Bennett Park Montessori School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bennett Park Montessori School?
72.5% of students at Bennett Park Montessori School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 600
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.7%
- Phone
- (716) 816-4603
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #51 of 59
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