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Frederick Olmsted #156

319 Suffolk
Buffalo, NY 14215
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 904 students in grades 5-12, Frederick Olmsted #156 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 5-12
  • Enrollment: 904 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 65% (Top 30%)
  • : 87% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Frederick Olmsted #156 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Frederick Olmsted #156's student population of 904 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
904 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
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Students by Grade
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Frederick Olmsted #156 ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frederick Olmsted #156 is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1258 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
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54%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Frederick Olmsted #156 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
65%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Frederick Olmsted #156 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
87%
78%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Frederick Olmsted #156 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
18%
10%
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Hispanic
13%
29%
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Black
32%
16%
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White
31%
40%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in New York.
0.76
This chart displays the diversity score of Frederick Olmsted #156 and the public school average diversity score of New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
≥95%
87%
This chart displays graduation rate of Frederick Olmsted #156 and public school graduation rate of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
53%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Frederick Olmsted #156 and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Frederick Olmsted #156 and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederick Olmsted #156's ranking?
Frederick Olmsted #156 is ranked #1258 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Frederick Olmsted #156 often compared to?
Frederick Olmsted #156is often viewed alongside schools like City Honors School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frederick Olmsted #156?
The graduation rate of Frederick Olmsted #156 is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Frederick Olmsted #156?
904 students attend Frederick Olmsted #156.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Frederick Olmsted #156 students are Black, 31% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frederick Olmsted #156?
Frederick Olmsted #156 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Frederick Olmsted #156 offer ?
Frederick Olmsted #156 offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Frederick Olmsted #156 part of?
Frederick Olmsted #156 is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Frederick Olmsted #156 located?
Frederick Olmsted #156 is located in the Kenfield neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Kenfield.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 5-12
  • Enrollment: 904 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 65% (Top 30%)
  • : 87% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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