LACKAWANNA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Overview
Located at 245 South Shore Boulevard in Lackawanna, New York, the Lackawanna City School District serves as an active educational hub within the vibrant Buffalo-Cheektowaga metropolitan area. Positioned in a large suburban setting, this fully operational traditional public school district oversees four schools offering a complete educational continuum from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Serving approximately 2,186 students across its primary and secondary programs, the district fosters an inclusive environment that brings together a diverse student body—including significant representation across White, Hispanic, Black, Asian, and multiracial backgrounds—preparing young learners for post-secondary success and lifelong growth.

To support its student population, the district maintains a robust educational infrastructure backed by a total workforce equivalent to 800 full-time positions. This extensive staffing model includes approximately 421 full-time equivalent classroom teachers, 67 instructional aides, and over 311 dedicated support staff members, ensuring that students receive personalized academic guidance and strong wrap-around administrative and developmental services. For parents, students, and education researchers alike, the Lackawanna City School District exemplifies a well-supported suburban school system deeply committed to educational access, comprehensive staffing, and community enrichment in Western New York.
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Total Schools
2,186
Total Students
421.3
Full-Time Teachers
5.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for LACKAWANNA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Demographic Student Count
White1,355
Hispanic337
Black284
Asian96
Two or More108
American Indian5
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    1,355 (62.0%)
  • Hispanic
    337 (15.4%)
  • Black
    284 (13.0%)
  • Two or More
    108 (4.9%)
  • Asian
    96 (4.4%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in LACKAWANNA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary2
Middle1
High1
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:4
Students:2,186*
Teachers (FTE):421.3*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.2
Schools in LACKAWANNA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Found 4 Schools