Buffalo City School District

Erie County, New York · Grades PK-12

Buffalo City School District is a public school district located in Erie County, New York, operating as a city school district within the New York State public education system. This page brings together key information about the district, including the schools it serves, its location and county, district type, and official identifiers. Explore Buffalo City School District to learn more about public education in Erie County and find resources for students, families, and residents from The Standard NY.

District Information

County Erie County
Grade Span PK-12
District Type City School District
State NY
Enrollment 29,743
Schools —
NYSED/BEDS Code 140600010000

Schools in This District

School list coming soon.

District Yearly Data

2 years of data available.

2024-25
Total Enrollment 27,827
ELA Proficiency 28.0%
Graduation Rate 74.4%
Chronic Absenteeism 59.3%
Accountability Status Target District

Source: NYSED Report Card Enrollment 2024-25 (SIRS BEDS Day count)

2023-24
Total Budget $1,282,350,949
Per-Pupil Spending $31,250
State Aid $954,936,886
Tax Levy $0
ELA Proficiency 25.0%
Math Proficiency 25.0%
Graduation Rate 79.2%
Chronic Absenteeism 62.2%
Accountability Status Target District

Source: NYS School District Fiscal Profile Masterfile (ST-3 financials); Data As Of: June 11, 2025

Helpful Resources for Families

This directory is provided for general informational purposes. Families should confirm enrollment, attendance boundaries, and school assignment directly with the school district.