Average
#2753 of 4,742 schools in NY
Highgate Heights
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
600 HIGHGATE AVE, Buffalo, NY 14215
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,753 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#27 of 85
public schools
In district
#23 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
Shortlisting around Highgate Heights?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Highgate Heights
Elementary School in Buffalo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Westminster Community Charter School
0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Nativitymiguel Middle School, St Monica Campus
0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Highgate Heights
Highgate Heights is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Highgate Heights serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Highgate Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,753 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Highgate Heights show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Highgate Heights 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.
69% of students at Highgate Heights 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
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Highgate Heights — Students at Highgate Heights score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93%
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: 8.0/10.
How Highgate Heights Compares
See how Highgate Heights performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 HIGHGATE AVE, Buffalo, NY 14215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highgate Heights may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BENEDICT SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Amherst), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Amherst), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| NATIVITYMIGUEL MIDDLE SCHOOL, ST MONICA CAMPUS Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 1.9 |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Amherst | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| AMHERST MIDDLE SCHOOL Amherst | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| FREDERICK OLMSTED #156 Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| WINDERMERE BLVD SCHOOL Amherst | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 82 Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| AMHERST CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Amherst | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| BUFFALO UNITED CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| CLEVELAND HILL HIGH SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| CLEVELAND HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| CLEVELAND HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| LEWIS J BENNETT HIGH SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLGY Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 61 ARTHUR O EVE SCHOOL OF DISTINCTION Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| KING CENTER CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amherst | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| UNIVERSAL SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,326
Median Home Value
$102,800
Median Rent
$993/mo
Population
42,813
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
47.7%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
30%
Median Age
31.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALEXANDRIA CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexandria Bay, NY | 5.9 |
| ARGYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Argyle, NY | 5.9 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING Bronx, NY | 5.9 |
| CAYUGA SCHOOL Lake Grove, NY | 5.9 |
| E A MCALLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherrill, NY | 5.9 |
| EAST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park, NY | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highgate Heights
What grades does Highgate Heights serve?
Highgate Heights serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Highgate Heights?
Highgate Heights has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highgate Heights?
The student-teacher ratio at Highgate Heights is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highgate Heights rank in NY?
Highgate Heights ranks #2,753 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Highgate Heights's MySchoolScout rating?
Highgate Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Highgate Heights?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highgate Heights has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Highgate Heights a charter school?
No, Highgate Heights is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highgate Heights a Title I school?
No, Highgate Heights is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highgate Heights?
93.0% of students at Highgate Heights qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Explore More Schools
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.5%
- Phone
- (716) 816-4050
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #23 of 59
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
- Best Public Schools in New York 2026: Top Districts from NYC to the Suburbsbest schools
- Best Schools in New York, NY — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best States for Public Schools in 2026: A Complete Rankingdata insights
- Charter Schools vs Public Schools: What the Data Actually Shows (2026)school choice
- Student-Teacher Ratio by State: Complete 2026 Rankingsdata insights
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.