School Overview
Henry J. Kalfas Magnet School, located in Niagara Falls, New York, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Niagara Falls City School District. As a magnet school, it is designed to offer specialized programming aimed at attracting students from diverse backgrounds across the district, often focusing on enriched curricula to foster academic excellence and student engagement. The school is committed to providing a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core academic subjects while encouraging personal development and community involvement.

The school’s mission aligns with the broader goals of the Niagara Falls City School District, which prioritizes college and career readiness, equity, and the implementation of research-based instructional practices. By leveraging its status as a magnet program, Henry J. Kalfas utilizes targeted resources to meet the unique needs of its student population, ensuring that learners have access to modern tools and a curriculum that prepares them for success in higher education and beyond. Parents and stakeholders can find additional information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and district-wide initiatives on the official website.
304
Total Students
21.3
Full-Time Teachers
14.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
78.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HENRY J KALFAS MAGNET SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White33
Hispanic43
Black163
Asian21
Two or More42
American Indian2
  • Black
    163 (53.6%)
  • Hispanic
    43 (14.1%)
  • Two or More
    42 (13.8%)
  • White
    33 (10.9%)
  • Asian
    21 (6.9%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.7%)
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: NIAGARA FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (716)278-9180
Website: http://www.nfschools.net
Grade Range: Pre-K - 3rd
Total Students: 304
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 21.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 227
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 10
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 78
Kindergarten 82
Grade 1 63
Grade 2 74
Grade 3 5
Ungraded 2

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HENRY J KALFAS MAGNET SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten78
Kindergarten82
Grade 163
Grade 274
Grade 35
Ungraded2
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HENRY J KALFAS MAGNET SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13042.8%
Male17457.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)