For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,193 students in 14220, NY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 14220, NY are South Park High School and Western New York Maritime Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 14220 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 14220, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 14220 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Western New York Maritime Charter School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14220, NY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Park High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
150 Southside Pkwy
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 816-4828
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 816-4828
Gr: 9-12 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Western New York Maritime Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2219 S Park Ave
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 842-6289
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 842-6289
Gr: 5-12 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 14220, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 14220, NY include South Park High School and Western New York Maritime Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 14220?
2 public high schools are located in 14220.
What is the racial composition of students in 14220?
14220 public high schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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