Below Average
#3856 of 4,742 schools in NY
Dr George Blackman Ecc
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
2358 MAIN ST, Buffalo, NY 14214
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,856 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#53 of 85
public schools
In district
#41 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Dr George Blackman Ecc
Dr George Blackman Ecc is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Dr George Blackman Ecc serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr George Blackman Ecc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,856 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Dr George Blackman Ecc show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dr George Blackman Ecc 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 9.6:1 students to teachers, Dr George Blackman Ecc 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 Dr George Blackman Ecc 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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Dr George Blackman Ecc — Students at Dr George Blackman Ecc score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.7%
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: 6.1/10.
How Dr George Blackman Ecc Compares
See how Dr George Blackman Ecc performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2358 MAIN ST, Buffalo, NY 14214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr George Blackman Ecc may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 61 ARTHUR O EVE SCHOOL OF DISTINCTION (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 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 14214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,573
Median Home Value
$234,600
Median Rent
$1,072/mo
Population
21,162
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
42.7%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
30.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr George Blackman Ecc
What grades does Dr George Blackman Ecc serve?
Dr George Blackman Ecc serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Dr George Blackman Ecc?
Dr George Blackman Ecc has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr George Blackman Ecc?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr George Blackman Ecc is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr George Blackman Ecc rank in NY?
Dr George Blackman Ecc ranks #3,856 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Dr George Blackman Ecc's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr George Blackman Ecc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Dr George Blackman Ecc?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr George Blackman Ecc has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dr George Blackman Ecc a charter school?
No, Dr George Blackman Ecc is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr George Blackman Ecc a Title I school?
No, Dr George Blackman Ecc is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr George Blackman Ecc?
88.7% of students at Dr George Blackman Ecc 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.9%
- Phone
- (716) 816-3340
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #41 of 59
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