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#116 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 12% of private schools

Elmwood-franklin School

Elementary School

104 NEW AMSTERDAM AVE, Buffalo, NY 14216

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

280

Student-Teacher

6.5:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

280

Student-Teacher

6.5:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#116 of 992

In Buffalo

#3 of 17

public schools

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About Elmwood-franklin School

Elmwood-franklin School is a private elementary school in Buffalo, NY. Elmwood-franklin School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Elmwood-franklin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #116 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.7 pts above NY schools

7.6

This school 7.6 · Very Good
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 6.5:1 students to teachers, Elmwood-franklin School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Elmwood-franklin School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Elmwood-franklin School compares to 66 public schools serving similar grades in Buffalo, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

6.5:1

This School

10.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

280

This School

556

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.6

This School

4.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 72.9% vs 0%

Asian 7.9% vs 0%

Black 7.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.8% vs 0%

Elmwood-franklin School Buffalo Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Elmwood-franklin School (this school)	—	280	6.5:1	7.6
TAPESTRY CHARTER SCHOOL	0.5 mi	1,126	12.1:1	5.4
PS 64 FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED	0.5 mi	572	13:1	8.5
PS 81	0.7 mi	756	13.7:1	4.3
NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50	0.9 mi	356	12.7:1	7.7
DR GEORGE BLACKMAN ECC	1.0 mi	345	9.6:1	4.6
PRIMARY HALL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL	1.0 mi	171	15.5:1	3.5
ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL HERTEL	1.2 mi	431	9.6:1	3.1
WEST HERTEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.5 mi	718	11.8:1	4.9
PS 17	1.5 mi	278	8.7:1	4.7
PFC WILLIAM J GRABIARZ #79	1.5 mi	545	11.6:1	4.2
CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.6 mi	463	12.5:1	6.0
BUFFALO UNITED CHARTER SCHOOL	1.7 mi	524	13.1:1	3.0
PS 84	1.7 mi	145	6.9:1	4.9
PS 61 ARTHUR O EVE SCHOOL OF DISTINCTION	1.8 mi	313	12:1	5.9
PS 74 HAMLIN PARK - CLAUDE AND OUIDA CLAPP ACADEMY	1.8 mi	404	10.1:1	5.7
DR LYDIA T WRIGHT SCH OF EXCELLENCE	1.8 mi	569	10.2:1	3.8
BUFFALO ACADEMY FOR THE VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS	2.0 mi	575	8.3:1	5.4
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL	2.1 mi	987	11.6:1	4.6
KENMORE WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	2.1 mi	1,276	10:1	5.5
PS 65 ROOSEVELT ECC	2.1 mi	272	10.9:1	4.1

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention

A- 8.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.5:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 6.9 / 10

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School Day Length 7.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,237.5

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 43%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 280

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 72.9%

Two or More 8.2%

Asian 7.9%

Black 7.5%

Hispanic 1.8%

Native American 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

104 NEW AMSTERDAM AVE, Buffalo, NY 14216

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elmwood-franklin School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 64 FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
NICHOLS SCHOOL Buffalo	0.2 mi	596	6.6
TAPESTRY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo	0.5 mi	1,126	5.4
PS 64 FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED Buffalo	0.5 mi	572	8.5
PS 81 Buffalo	0.7 mi	756	4.3
NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 Buffalo	0.9 mi	356	7.7
DR GEORGE BLACKMAN ECC Buffalo	1.0 mi	345	4.6
PRIMARY HALL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo	1.0 mi	171	3.5
MCKINLEY VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo	1.0 mi	940	6.6
ST JOSEPH'S COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE Buffalo	1.3 mi	630	4.3
RESEARCH LABORATORY HS-BIOINFORMATIC Buffalo	1.1 mi	181	6.9
PS 17 Buffalo	1.5 mi	278	4.7
ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL HERTEL Buffalo	1.2 mi	431	3.1
BUFFALO SEMINARY Buffalo	1.5 mi	162	8.2
ACADEMY SCHOOL Buffalo	1.3 mi	78	6.5
CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo	1.6 mi	463	6.0
NARDIN ACADEMY Buffalo	1.8 mi	398	6.6
PS 74 HAMLIN PARK - CLAUDE AND OUIDA CLAPP ACADEMY Buffalo	1.8 mi	404	5.7
BURGARD HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo	1.6 mi	459	6.1
MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo	1.4 mi	312	8.8
LEWIS J BENNETT HIGH SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLGY Buffalo	1.4 mi	435	6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,260

Median Home Value

$260,700

Median Rent

$1,152/mo

Population

23,221

College Educated

54.1%

Homeownership

46.3%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

34.9

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BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Point, NY	219	7.6
CHANCELLOR LIVINGSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rhinebeck, NY	374	7.6
FOREST ROAD SCHOOL Valley Stream, NY	336	7.6
GREENFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenfield Center, NY	389	7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elmwood-franklin School

What grades does Elmwood-franklin School serve?

Elmwood-franklin School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Elmwood-franklin School?

Elmwood-franklin School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elmwood-franklin School?

The student-teacher ratio at Elmwood-franklin School is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Elmwood-franklin School rank in NY?

Elmwood-franklin School ranks #116 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Elmwood-franklin School's MySchoolScout rating?

Elmwood-franklin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Elmwood-franklin School a private school?

Yes, Elmwood-franklin School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Elmwood-franklin School a religious school?

No, Elmwood-franklin School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 41 Some Transit
Bike Score: 43 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 280
Gender Split: 61% M / 39% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 43
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7.5 hours
Days Per Year: 165 days
Setting: Large City
County: Erie County
Phone: (716) 877-5035

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