Needs Improvement
#4339 of 4,742 schools in NY
Community School #53
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
329 ROEHRER AVE, Buffalo, NY 14208
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,339 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#69 of 85
public schools
In district
#55 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Community School #53
Elementary School in Buffalo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Community School #53
Community School #53 is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Community School #53 serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Community School #53 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,339 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Community School #53 show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
79% of students at Community School #53 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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Community School #53 — Students at Community School #53 score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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 Community School #53 Compares
See how Community School #53 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
329 ROEHRER AVE, Buffalo, NY 14208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Community School #53 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CATHOLIC ACADEMY WEST BUFFALO (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARTIN LUTHER KING JR #48 (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 74 HAMLIN PARK - CLAUDE AND OUIDA CLAPP ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,940
Median Home Value
$118,900
Median Rent
$932/mo
Population
12,731
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
54.7%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
28%
Median Age
32.4
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| AVON PRIMARY SCHOOL Avon, NY | 3.8 |
| BRONX LITTLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.8 |
| CARDINAL MCCLOSKEY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.8 |
| CARTHAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carthage, NY | 3.8 |
| CONNETQUOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace, NY | 3.8 |
| DR LYDIA T WRIGHT SCH OF EXCELLENCE Buffalo, NY | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Community School #53
What grades does Community School #53 serve?
Community School #53 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Community School #53?
Community School #53 has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Community School #53?
The student-teacher ratio at Community School #53 is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Community School #53 rank in NY?
Community School #53 ranks #4,339 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Community School #53's MySchoolScout rating?
Community School #53 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Community School #53?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Community School #53 has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Community School #53 a charter school?
No, Community School #53 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Community School #53 a Title I school?
No, Community School #53 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Community School #53?
94.8% of students at Community School #53 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
- 459
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 79.1%
- Phone
- (716) 816-3330
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #55 of 59
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