TONAWANDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Overview
Located at 100 Hinds Street in Tonawanda, New York, the Tonawanda City School District serves as a cornerstone of public education within the suburban Buffalo-Cheektowaga metropolitan area. Operating as an established, non-charter public school system, the district delivers a comprehensive educational continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade across its two primary operational schools. Designed to foster academic growth and community connection, the district provides a structured environment tailored to early childhood development, foundational primary skills, and robust secondary pathways, alongside specialized ungraded educational programming. Families and educational researchers can learn more about the district's programs and administrative initiatives by contacting their central office or visiting their official website at tonawandacsd.org.

The district supports a student body of 1,700 enrolled learners, maintaining a balanced demographic that includes 868 male and 831 female students. The student population is predominantly White (1,301 students), alongside a diverse community of Hispanic (173), multiracial (107), Black (65), Asian (45), American Indian (7), and Pacific Islander students. To foster a supportive and enriched learning environment, Tonawanda City School District employs a dedicated workforce of over 532 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes approximately 314 certified teachers, 30 instructional aides, and nearly 188 support staff members, ensuring that students across all grade levels receive individual attention, instructional guidance, and comprehensive support services.
2
Total Schools
1,700
Total Students
314.1
Full-Time Teachers
5.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for TONAWANDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Demographic Student Count
White1,301
Hispanic173
Black65
Asian45
Two or More107
American Indian7
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    1,301 (76.6%)
  • Hispanic
    173 (10.2%)
  • Two or More
    107 (6.3%)
  • Black
    65 (3.8%)
  • Asian
    45 (2.6%)
  • American Indian
    7 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in TONAWANDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle0
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:2
Students:1,700*
Teachers (FTE):314.1*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.4
Schools in TONAWANDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Found 4 Schools