Below Average
#4120 of 4,742 schools in NY
Pfc William J Grabiarz #79
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
225 LAWN AVE, Buffalo, NY 14207
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,120 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#59 of 85
public schools
In district
#47 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Pfc William J Grabiarz #79
Elementary School in Buffalo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pfc William J Grabiarz #79
Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 serves approximately 545 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,120 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
71% of students at Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 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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Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 — Students at Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.6%
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: 5.1/10.
How Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 Compares
See how Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
225 LAWN AVE, Buffalo, NY 14207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 64 FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEST BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEST HERTEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL HERTEL Buffalo | 0.5 mi | 3.1 |
| PS 65 ROOSEVELT ECC Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| MCKINLEY VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| RIVERSIDE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| STANLEY G FALK SCHOOL - ROOSEVELT SITE Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL FOR APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 64 FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| TAPESTRY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 81 Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tonawanda | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| NATIVE AMERICAN MAGNET Buffalo | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| BUFFALO SEMINARY Buffalo | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| LAFAYETTE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| WEST BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| ST ANDREWS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Kenmore | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| NICHOLS SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| KENMORE WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,951
Median Home Value
$111,200
Median Rent
$943/mo
Population
25,731
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
34%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
32.2%
Median Age
33.4
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| CATHERINE M MCNAMARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville, NY | 4.2 |
| DR WEEKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 4.2 |
| EAST NEW YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Brooklyn, NY | 4.2 |
| FRANK A SEDITA SCHOOL #30 Buffalo, NY | 4.2 |
| GREAT NECK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Copiague, NY | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pfc William J Grabiarz #79
What grades does Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 serve?
Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Pfc William J Grabiarz #79?
Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 has an enrollment of approximately 545 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pfc William J Grabiarz #79?
The student-teacher ratio at Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 rank in NY?
Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 ranks #4,120 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Pfc William J Grabiarz #79's MySchoolScout rating?
Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Pfc William J Grabiarz #79?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 a charter school?
No, Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 a Title I school?
No, Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pfc William J Grabiarz #79?
91.6% of students at Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 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
- 545
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.4%
- Phone
- (716) 816-4040
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #47 of 59
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