School Overview
Community School #53, located on Roehrer Avenue in Buffalo, New York, is a public elementary school serving the local community within the Buffalo Public Schools district. As a "Community School," the institution is designed to function as a neighborhood hub, integrating academic instruction with various support services aimed at fostering student success, family engagement, and community wellness. The school focuses on creating a supportive learning environment that addresses the holistic needs of its students, often collaborating with local partners to provide resources that extend beyond the traditional classroom setting.

The school is committed to the Buffalo Public Schools' mission of academic excellence, striving to ensure that all students reach their full potential through a structured curriculum and an emphasis on personal and intellectual growth. By prioritizing strong relationships between educators, students, and families, Community School #53 aims to cultivate a sense of belonging and community pride. For parents and community members interested in specific programs, enrollment information, or the latest school-wide initiatives, the Buffalo Public Schools website serves as the primary portal for updates and administrative resources.
464
Total Students
48.8
Full-Time Teachers
9.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
97.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for COMMUNITY SCHOOL #53
Demographic Student Count
White27
Hispanic47
Black305
Asian67
Two or More17
American Indian1
  • Black
    305 (65.7%)
  • Asian
    67 (14.4%)
  • Hispanic
    47 (10.1%)
  • White
    27 (5.8%)
  • Two or More
    17 (3.7%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (716)816-3330
Website: http://www.buffaloschools.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 464
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 48.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 452
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 36
Kindergarten 50
Grade 1 43
Grade 2 46
Grade 3 42
Grade 4 55
Grade 5 36
Grade 6 49
Grade 7 51
Grade 8 56

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for COMMUNITY SCHOOL #53
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten36
Kindergarten50
Grade 143
Grade 246
Grade 342
Grade 455
Grade 536
Grade 649
Grade 751
Grade 856
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for COMMUNITY SCHOOL #53
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female23149.8%
Male23350.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)