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Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
1095 JEFFERSON AVE, Buffalo, NY 14208
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,394 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#38 of 85
public schools
In district
#31 of 59
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center
Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center serves approximately 553 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,394 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center 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.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
74% of students at Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center 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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Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center — Students at Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.3%
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: 7.0/10.
How Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1095 JEFFERSON AVE, Buffalo, NY 14208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CATHOLIC ACADEMY WEST BUFFALO (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARTIN LUTHER KING JR #48 (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 74 HAMLIN PARK - CLAUDE AND OUIDA CLAPP ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARTIN LUTHER KING JR #48 Buffalo | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| CITY HONORS SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| MARVA J DANIEL FUTURES PREPARATORY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| LEONARDO DA VINCI HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL #53 Buffalo | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 59 DR CHARLES DREW SCIENCE MAGNET Buffalo | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| BUFFALO ACADEMY FOR THE VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| BUFFALO COMMONS CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| PS 74 HAMLIN PARK - CLAUDE AND OUIDA CLAPP ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| HARRIET ROSS TUBMAN ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| PATHWAYS ACADEMY Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| EAST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| REACH ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 2.7 |
| PS 17 Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| CATHOLIC ACADEMY WEST BUFFALO Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| STANLEY G FALK SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ERIE COUNTY DETENTION FACILITY Buffalo | 1.2 mi | — |
| DARUL ULOOM AL MADANIA Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SAINTS TABERNACLE SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Buffalo | 1.1 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 |
|---|---|
| ACCOMPSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown, NY | 5.2 |
| CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cambridge, NY | 5.2 |
| CHIPPEWA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holtsville, NY | 5.2 |
| COHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira Heights, NY | 5.2 |
| CONGREGATION YESHIVA OF GREATER MONSEY Spring Valley, NY | 5.2 |
| ELLIS B HYDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dansville, NY | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center
What grades does Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center serve?
Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center?
Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 553 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center rank in NY?
Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center ranks #3,394 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center?
91.3% of students at Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 553
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.0%
- Phone
- (716) 816-4180
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 29,866
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,022
- District Rank
- #31 of 59
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