Needs Improvement
#4278 of 4,742 schools in NY
Bilingual Center
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
157 ELK ST, Buffalo, NY 14210
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,278 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#65 of 85
public schools
In district
#52 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Bilingual Center
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About Bilingual Center
Bilingual Center is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Bilingual Center serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bilingual Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,278 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Bilingual Center show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Bilingual Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
84% of students at Bilingual Center 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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Bilingual Center — Students at Bilingual Center score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
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: 5.2/10.
How Bilingual Center Compares
See how Bilingual Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
157 ELK ST, Buffalo, NY 14210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bilingual Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR #48 (rated 6.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY (rated 5.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARVA J DANIEL FUTURES PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,059
Median Home Value
$124,300
Median Rent
$925/mo
Population
15,454
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
45.8%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
24.7%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bilingual Center
What grades does Bilingual Center serve?
Bilingual Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Bilingual Center?
Bilingual Center has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bilingual Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Bilingual Center is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bilingual Center rank in NY?
Bilingual Center ranks #4,278 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Bilingual Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Bilingual Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Bilingual Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bilingual Center has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bilingual Center a charter school?
No, Bilingual Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bilingual Center a Title I school?
No, Bilingual Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bilingual Center?
94.2% of students at Bilingual Center 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
- 330
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 83.9%
- Phone
- (716) 816-4783
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #52 of 59
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