Needs Improvement
#4634 of 4,742 schools in NY
Lovejoy Discovery School #43
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
161 BENZINGER ST, Buffalo, NY 14206
Enrollment
619
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
619
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,634 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#82 of 85
public schools
In district
#59 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Lovejoy Discovery School #43
Elementary School in Buffalo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lovejoy Discovery School #43
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lovejoy Discovery School #43 serves approximately 619 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lovejoy Discovery School #43 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,634 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Lovejoy Discovery School #43 show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
78% of students at Lovejoy Discovery School #43 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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Lovejoy Discovery School #43 — Students at Lovejoy Discovery School #43 score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.
How Lovejoy Discovery School #43 Compares
See how Lovejoy Discovery School #43 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
161 BENZINGER ST, Buffalo, NY 14206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lovejoy Discovery School #43 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 82 (rated 6.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THEODORE ROOSEVELT SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Cheektowaga), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WOODROW WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sloan | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 69 HOUGHTON ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| HARVEY AUSTIN SCHOOL #97 Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL II Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| UNIVERSAL SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| SOUTH BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| PERSISTENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 2.0 |
| PS 27 HILLERY PARK ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| THEODORE ROOSEVELT SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| DARUL ULOOM AL MADANIA Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| KING CENTER CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
| SAINTS TABERNACLE SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Buffalo | 1.7 mi | — |
| SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| EAST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| PATHWAYS ACADEMY Buffalo | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 82 Buffalo | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| ERIE COUNTY DETENTION FACILITY Buffalo | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,842
Median Home Value
$111,600
Median Rent
$886/mo
Population
22,427
College Educated
17.8%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
23.5%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUFFALO UNITED CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 3.0 |
| CLYDE-SAVANNAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clyde, NY | 3.0 |
| FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.0 |
| FINN ACADEMY: AN ELMIRA CHARTER SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 3.0 |
| GIFFEN MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany, NY | 3.0 |
| KENNETH L RUTHERFORD SCHOOL Monticello, NY | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lovejoy Discovery School #43
What grades does Lovejoy Discovery School #43 serve?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Lovejoy Discovery School #43?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 has an enrollment of approximately 619 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lovejoy Discovery School #43?
The student-teacher ratio at Lovejoy Discovery School #43 is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lovejoy Discovery School #43 rank in NY?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 ranks #4,634 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Lovejoy Discovery School #43's MySchoolScout rating?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Lovejoy Discovery School #43?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lovejoy Discovery School #43 has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lovejoy Discovery School #43 a charter school?
No, Lovejoy Discovery School #43 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lovejoy Discovery School #43 a Title I school?
No, Lovejoy Discovery School #43 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lovejoy Discovery School #43?
92.1% of students at Lovejoy Discovery School #43 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
- 619
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.0%
- Phone
- (716) 816-3260
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #59 of 59
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