For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,504 students in 14226, NY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 14226, NY are Amherst Middle School and Sweet Home Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 14226 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 14226, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14226, NY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Amherst Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
55 Kings Hwy
Buffalo, NY 14226
(716) 362-7100
Buffalo, NY 14226
(716) 362-7100
Gr: 6-8 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Sweet Home Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4150 Maple Rd
Buffalo, NY 14226
(716) 250-1450
Buffalo, NY 14226
(716) 250-1450
Gr: 6-8 | 858 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 14226, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 14226, NY include Amherst Middle School and Sweet Home Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 14226?
2 public middle schools are located in 14226.
What is the racial composition of students in 14226?
14226 public middle schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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