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#4338 of 4,742 schools in NY
Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
106 APPENHEIMER ST, Buffalo, NY 14214
Enrollment
569
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
569
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,338 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#68 of 85
public schools
In district
#54 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence
Elementary School in Buffalo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence
Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence serves approximately 569 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,338 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% 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
84% of students at Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence 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 Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence — Students at Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence 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
93.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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 Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence Compares
See how Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
106 APPENHEIMER ST, Buffalo, NY 14214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 61 ARTHUR O EVE SCHOOL OF DISTINCTION (rated 5.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 74 HAMLIN PARK - CLAUDE AND OUIDA CLAPP ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 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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| CARDINAL MCCLOSKEY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.8 |
| CARTHAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carthage, NY | 3.8 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY | 3.8 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL #53 Buffalo, NY | 3.8 |
| CONNETQUOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace, NY | 3.8 |
| EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medford, NY | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence
What grades does Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence serve?
Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence?
Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence has an enrollment of approximately 569 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence rank in NY?
Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence ranks #4,338 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence 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 Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence a charter school?
No, Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence a Title I school?
No, Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence?
93.1% of students at Dr Lydia T Wright Sch of Excellence 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
- 569
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 83.8%
- Phone
- (716) 816-4110
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #54 of 59
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