Below Average
#3645 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 84
School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
462 GRIDER ST, Buffalo, NY 14215
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,645 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#43 of 85
public schools
In district
#35 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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PS 84
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About PS 84
PS 84 is a public school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. PS 84 serves approximately 145 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 84 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,645 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 84 show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 145 students, PS 84 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.
At 6.9:1 students to teachers, PS 84 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
89% of students at PS 84 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 84 — Students at PS 84 score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 5.9/10.
How PS 84 Compares
See how PS 84 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
462 GRIDER ST, Buffalo, NY 14215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 84 may also want to explore other schools in the area. MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RESEARCH LABORATORY HS-BIOINFORMATIC (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEWIS J BENNETT HIGH SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLGY (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,326
Median Home Value
$102,800
Median Rent
$993/mo
Population
42,813
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
47.7%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
30%
Median Age
31.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 84
What grades does PS 84 serve?
PS 84 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend PS 84?
PS 84 has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 84?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 84 is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 84 rank in NY?
PS 84 ranks #3,645 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 84's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 84 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 84?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 84 has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 84 a charter school?
No, PS 84 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 84 a Title I school?
No, PS 84 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 84?
84.1% of students at PS 84 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 145
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.1%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 89.0%
- Phone
- (716) 816-4080
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #35 of 59
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