Serving 739 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, P.s. 81 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 81 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 81's student population of 739 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
739 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
P.s. 81 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 81 is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3568 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
41%
15%
White
17%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 81's ranking?
P.s. 81 is ranked #3568 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 81 often compared to?
P.s. 81is often viewed alongside schools like Pfc William J Grabiarz #79 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 81?
739 students attend P.s. 81.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of P.s. 81 students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 81?
P.s. 81 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 81 offer ?
P.s. 81 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 81 part of?
P.s. 81 is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 81 located?
P.s. 81 is located in the North Park neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in North Park.
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