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#2420 of 4,742 schools in NY
Martin Luther King JR #48
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
487 HIGH ST, Buffalo, NY 14211
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,420 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#19 of 85
public schools
In district
#16 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Martin Luther King JR #48
Elementary School in Buffalo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Martin Luther King JR #48
Martin Luther King JR #48 is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Martin Luther King JR #48 serves approximately 418 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Luther King JR #48 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,420 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Martin Luther King JR #48 show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Martin Luther King JR #48 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.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Martin Luther King JR #48 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
81% of students at Martin Luther King JR #48 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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Martin Luther King JR #48 — Students at Martin Luther King JR #48 score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Martin Luther King JR #48 Compares
See how Martin Luther King JR #48 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
487 HIGH ST, Buffalo, NY 14211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin Luther King JR #48 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 74 HAMLIN PARK - CLAUDE AND OUIDA CLAPP ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY (rated 5.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MARVA J DANIEL FUTURES PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin Luther King JR #48
What grades does Martin Luther King JR #48 serve?
Martin Luther King JR #48 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Martin Luther King JR #48?
Martin Luther King JR #48 has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King JR #48?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King JR #48 is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Martin Luther King JR #48 rank in NY?
Martin Luther King JR #48 ranks #2,420 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Martin Luther King JR #48's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Luther King JR #48 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Martin Luther King JR #48?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Luther King JR #48 has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Martin Luther King JR #48 a charter school?
No, Martin Luther King JR #48 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin Luther King JR #48 a Title I school?
No, Martin Luther King JR #48 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin Luther King JR #48?
93.8% of students at Martin Luther King JR #48 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
- 418
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 80.9%
- Phone
- (716) 816-3240
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #16 of 59
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