Below Average
#3644 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
1 MLK PARK, Buffalo, NY 14211
Enrollment
561
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
561
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,644 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#42 of 85
public schools
In district
#34 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet
Elementary School in Buffalo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet
PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet serves approximately 561 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,644 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet 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.
85% of students at PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet 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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PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet — Students at PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 38 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: 7.0/10.
How PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet Compares
See how PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 MLK PARK, Buffalo, NY 14211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR #48 (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 74 HAMLIN PARK - CLAUDE AND OUIDA CLAPP ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 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 PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet
What grades does PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet serve?
PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet?
PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet has an enrollment of approximately 561 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet rank in NY?
PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet ranks #3,644 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet a charter school?
No, PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet a Title I school?
No, PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet?
93.2% of students at PS 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet 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
- 561
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.2%
- Phone
- (716) 816-3370
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #34 of 59
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