D−
PS 59 Dr. Charles Drew Science Magnet
PublicMiddleGrades 3–8
1 Mlk Park, Buffalo, NY 14211 · (716) 816-3370 · Part of Buffalo City School District
Students
293
Students per teacher
8:1
Free or reduced lunch
97%
Setting
City
Grades
3–8
What stands out about PS 59 Dr. Charles Drew Science Magnet
- School Grade D−: test results are near the bottom of the state
- Math proficiency 54 pts below the state
- Reading / language arts 46 pts below the state
- Small classes: 8:1 students per teacher
- Enrollment down 57.6% since 2020
Test scores
EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21) · 2020–21Math proficiency2.5%
State average 56.1%
Reading / language arts17%
State average 62.6%
Location
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1 Mlk Park, Buffalo
Students
Enrollment by grade
Grade 339
Grade 440
Grade 551
Grade 663
Grade 745
Grade 855
Enrollment over time
691’20
653’21
620’22
561’23
293’24
Down 57.6% since 2020.
Who goes here
Black 60%Asian 18%White 9%Hispanic 9%Two or more races 3%American Indian/Alaska Native <1%
As reported to NCES, share of students with a reported race or ethnicity.
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School facts: U.S. Department of Education (NCES), 2024-2025 school year. Scores: EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21). The School Grade is our own summary of state test results. Neighbor ratings are opinions, not an official measure of school quality.