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#4279 of 4,742 schools in NY
Harvey Austin School #97
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
1405 SYCAMORE ST, Buffalo, NY 14211
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,279 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#66 of 85
public schools
In district
#53 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Harvey Austin School #97
Elementary School in Buffalo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Harvey Austin School #97
Harvey Austin School #97 is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Harvey Austin School #97 serves approximately 507 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Harvey Austin School #97 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,279 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Harvey Austin School #97 show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Harvey Austin School #97 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
88% of students at Harvey Austin School #97 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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Harvey Austin School #97 — Students at Harvey Austin School #97 score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 39 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: 5.1/10.
How Harvey Austin School #97 Compares
See how Harvey Austin School #97 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1405 SYCAMORE ST, Buffalo, NY 14211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harvey Austin School #97 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 82 (rated 6.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 59 DR CHARLES DREW SCIENCE MAGNET (rated 4.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PERSISTENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.5 mi | 2.0 |
| BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| SAINTS TABERNACLE SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Buffalo | 0.6 mi | — |
| BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL II Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| DARUL ULOOM AL MADANIA Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| UNIVERSAL SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| EAST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| PATHWAYS ACADEMY Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| KING CENTER CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| LOVEJOY DISCOVERY SCHOOL #43 Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| ERIE COUNTY DETENTION FACILITY Buffalo | 1.2 mi | — |
| MATH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY PREPARATORY SCHOOL AT 197 Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| PS 59 DR CHARLES DREW SCIENCE MAGNET Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| DR LYDIA T WRIGHT SCH OF EXCELLENCE Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| WOODROW WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sloan | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 84 Buffalo | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 82 Buffalo | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| HARRIET ROSS TUBMAN ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| FREDERICK OLMSTED #156 Buffalo | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL #53 Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,490
Median Home Value
$91,600
Median Rent
$1,008/mo
Population
23,951
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
44.7%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
34.7%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BILINGUAL CENTER Buffalo, NY | 3.9 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2 Bronx, NY | 3.9 |
| CHATEAUGAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chateaugay, NY | 3.9 |
| EDWARD WILLIAMS SCHOOL Mount Vernon, NY | 3.9 |
| F S BANFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton, NY | 3.9 |
| HARRY L EDSON SCHOOL Kingston, NY | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harvey Austin School #97
What grades does Harvey Austin School #97 serve?
Harvey Austin School #97 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Harvey Austin School #97?
Harvey Austin School #97 has an enrollment of approximately 507 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harvey Austin School #97?
The student-teacher ratio at Harvey Austin School #97 is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harvey Austin School #97 rank in NY?
Harvey Austin School #97 ranks #4,279 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Harvey Austin School #97's MySchoolScout rating?
Harvey Austin School #97 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Harvey Austin School #97?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harvey Austin School #97 has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Harvey Austin School #97 a charter school?
No, Harvey Austin School #97 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harvey Austin School #97 a Title I school?
No, Harvey Austin School #97 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harvey Austin School #97?
95.7% of students at Harvey Austin School #97 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
- 507
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 87.6%
- Phone
- (716) 816-4460
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #53 of 59
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