Very Good
#1005 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 21% in state
Based on limited data
North Park Community School #50
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
780 PARKSIDE AVE, Buffalo, NY 14216
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,005 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#6 of 85
public schools
In district
#5 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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North Park Community School #50
Elementary School in Buffalo · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About North Park Community School #50
North Park Community School #50 is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. North Park Community School #50 serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Park Community School #50 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,005 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for North Park Community School #50 show 55% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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North Park Community School #50 — Students at North Park Community School #50 score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
How North Park Community School #50 Compares
See how North Park Community School #50 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
780 PARKSIDE AVE, Buffalo, NY 14216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Park Community School #50 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 64 FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH'S COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE Buffalo | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| ACADEMY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| NICHOLS SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| PRIMARY HALL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| RESEARCH LABORATORY HS-BIOINFORMATIC Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| LEWIS J BENNETT HIGH SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLGY Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| DR GEORGE BLACKMAN ECC Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 81 Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| BUFFALO UNITED CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| TAPESTRY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 64 FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| BURGARD HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| BEN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| KENMORE WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,260
Median Home Value
$260,700
Median Rent
$1,152/mo
Population
23,221
College Educated
54.1%
Homeownership
46.3%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARRINGER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ilion, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKLYN LANDMARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin, NY | 7.7 |
| CHARLES CAMPAGNE SCHOOL Bethpage, NY | 7.7 |
| CHAUTAUQUA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mayville, NY | 7.7 |
| CITIZEN EDMOND GENET SCHOOL East Greenbush, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Park Community School #50
What grades does North Park Community School #50 serve?
North Park Community School #50 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend North Park Community School #50?
North Park Community School #50 has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Park Community School #50?
The student-teacher ratio at North Park Community School #50 is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Park Community School #50 rank in NY?
North Park Community School #50 ranks #1,005 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is North Park Community School #50's MySchoolScout rating?
North Park Community School #50 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 North Park Community School #50?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Park Community School #50 has 55% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is North Park Community School #50 a charter school?
No, North Park Community School #50 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Park Community School #50 a Title I school?
No, North Park Community School #50 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Park Community School #50?
27.8% of students at North Park Community School #50 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 356
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.6%
- Phone
- (716) 816-3440
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #5 of 59
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