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#2519 of 4,742 schools in NY
Build Community School
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
340 FOUGERON ST, Buffalo, NY 14211
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,519 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#22 of 85
public schools
In district
#19 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Build Community School
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About Build Community School
Build Community School is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Build Community School serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Build Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,519 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Build Community School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Build Community School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Build Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
86% of students at Build Community 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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Build Community School — Students at Build Community School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 13 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Build Community School Compares
See how Build Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
340 FOUGERON ST, Buffalo, NY 14211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Build Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR #48 (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 61 ARTHUR O EVE SCHOOL OF DISTINCTION (rated 5.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 74 HAMLIN PARK - CLAUDE AND OUIDA CLAPP ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,490
Median Home Value
$91,600
Median Rent
$1,008/mo
Population
23,951
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
44.7%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
34.7%
Median Age
34.2
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| BERLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berlin, NY | 6.1 |
| BROOK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore, NY | 6.1 |
| DAVISON AVENUE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lynbrook, NY | 6.1 |
| EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL II New York, NY | 6.1 |
| EDITH L SLOCUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ronkonkoma, NY | 6.1 |
| GEYSER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saratoga Springs, NY | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Build Community School
What grades does Build Community School serve?
Build Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Build Community School?
Build Community School has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Build Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Build Community School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Build Community School rank in NY?
Build Community School ranks #2,519 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Build Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Build Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Build Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Build Community School has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Build Community School a charter school?
No, Build Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Build Community School a Title I school?
No, Build Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Build Community School?
92.9% of students at Build Community 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
- 326
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 86.2%
- Phone
- (716) 816-4140
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #19 of 59
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