Needs Improvement
#4484 of 4,742 schools in NY
Based on limited data
Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School
Elementary School · PRIMARY HALL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL
2408 MAIN ST, Buffalo, NY 14214
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 82 schools in Buffalo. Learn more
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,484 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#72 of 85
public schools
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About Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School
Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of PRIMARY HALL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL. Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,484 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 171 students, Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
62% of students at Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School 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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How Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School Compares
See how Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2408 MAIN ST, Buffalo, NY 14214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RESEARCH LABORATORY HS-BIOINFORMATIC Buffalo | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| DR GEORGE BLACKMAN ECC Buffalo | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| BURGARD HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 84 Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| DR LYDIA T WRIGHT SCH OF EXCELLENCE Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| LEWIS J BENNETT HIGH SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLGY Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| NICHOLS SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 61 ARTHUR O EVE SCHOOL OF DISTINCTION Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 74 HAMLIN PARK - CLAUDE AND OUIDA CLAPP ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| BUFFALO UNITED CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| MATH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY PREPARATORY SCHOOL AT 197 Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| PS 17 Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| ACADEMY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ERIE COUNTY DETENTION FACILITY Buffalo | 1.4 mi | — |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL #53 Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| ST JOSEPH'S COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,573
Median Home Value
$234,600
Median Rent
$1,072/mo
Population
21,162
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
42.7%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
30.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAHAM WING SCHOOL Glens Falls, NY | 3.5 |
| BROCTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brocton, NY | 3.5 |
| ENFIELD SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 3.5 |
| FLANDERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malone, NY | 3.5 |
| LITTLE WATER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie, NY | 3.5 |
| NORTH BROAD STREET SCHOOL Oneida, NY | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School
What grades does Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School serve?
Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School?
Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 171 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School rank in NY?
Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School ranks #4,484 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School a Title I school?
No, Primary Hall Preparatory Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 171
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.0%
- Phone
- (716) 597-4373
Resources & Links
District
PRIMARY HALL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 171
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,331
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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