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#2936 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
126 DONALDSON RD, Buffalo, NY 14208
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,936 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#28 of 85
public schools
In district
#24 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy
Elementary School in Buffalo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy
PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,936 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy 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.
93% of students at PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy 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 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy — Students at PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy Compares
See how PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
126 DONALDSON RD, Buffalo, NY 14208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR #48 (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is STANLEY MAKOWSKI EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (rated 5.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 59 DR CHARLES DREW SCIENCE MAGNET (rated 4.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL #53 Buffalo | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| ERIE COUNTY DETENTION FACILITY Buffalo | 0.6 mi | — |
| PS 17 Buffalo | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| DR LYDIA T WRIGHT SCH OF EXCELLENCE Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 59 DR CHARLES DREW SCIENCE MAGNET Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| BUFFALO ACADEMY FOR THE VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| LEONARDO DA VINCI HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| DR GEORGE BLACKMAN ECC Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| MATH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY PREPARATORY SCHOOL AT 197 Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| PATHWAYS ACADEMY Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| BURGARD HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 84 Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| STANLEY MAKOWSKI EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| EAST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| PRIMARY HALL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| RESEARCH LABORATORY HS-BIOINFORMATIC Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| MARTIN LUTHER KING JR #48 Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| CITY HONORS SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| SAINTS TABERNACLE SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Buffalo | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,940
Median Home Value
$118,900
Median Rent
$932/mo
Population
12,731
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
54.7%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
28%
Median Age
32.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BNOS MALKA ACADEMY Forest Hills, NY | 5.7 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 5 Bronx, NY | 5.7 |
| BURNS AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 5.7 |
| CARLYLE C RING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 5.7 |
| CLINTON V BUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 5.7 |
| DR WALTER COOPER ACADEMY Rochester, NY | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy
What grades does PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy serve?
PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy?
PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy rank in NY?
PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy ranks #2,936 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy a charter school?
No, PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy a Title I school?
No, PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy?
96.5% of students at PS 74 Hamlin Park - Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy 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
- 404
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 93.1%
- Phone
- (716) 816-3490
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #24 of 59
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