Below Average
#4121 of 4,742 schools in NY
Frank a Sedita School #30
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
21 LOWELL PL, Buffalo, NY 14213
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,121 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#60 of 85
public schools
In district
#48 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Frank a Sedita School #30
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About Frank a Sedita School #30
Frank a Sedita School #30 is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Frank a Sedita School #30 serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Frank a Sedita School #30 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,121 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Frank a Sedita School #30 show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
86% of students at Frank a Sedita School #30 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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Frank a Sedita School #30 — Students at Frank a Sedita School #30 score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
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: 5.6/10.
How Frank a Sedita School #30 Compares
See how Frank a Sedita School #30 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
21 LOWELL PL, Buffalo, NY 14213
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frank a Sedita School #30 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CATHOLIC ACADEMY WEST BUFFALO (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WATERFRONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,597
Median Home Value
$192,300
Median Rent
$1,059/mo
Population
23,072
College Educated
35.8%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Median Age
31.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frank a Sedita School #30
What grades does Frank a Sedita School #30 serve?
Frank a Sedita School #30 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Frank a Sedita School #30?
Frank a Sedita School #30 has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frank a Sedita School #30?
The student-teacher ratio at Frank a Sedita School #30 is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Frank a Sedita School #30 rank in NY?
Frank a Sedita School #30 ranks #4,121 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Frank a Sedita School #30's MySchoolScout rating?
Frank a Sedita School #30 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Frank a Sedita School #30?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frank a Sedita School #30 has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Frank a Sedita School #30 a charter school?
No, Frank a Sedita School #30 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frank a Sedita School #30 a Title I school?
No, Frank a Sedita School #30 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frank a Sedita School #30?
94.2% of students at Frank a Sedita School #30 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
- 604
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 86.3%
- Phone
- (716) 816-3220
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #48 of 59
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