Serving 619 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lovejoy Discovery School #43 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 10% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 72% 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 (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lovejoy Discovery School #43's student population of 619 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lovejoy Discovery School #43 is 0.78, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4240 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
28%
16%
White
28%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lovejoy Discovery School #43's ranking?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 is ranked #4240 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lovejoy Discovery School #43 often compared to?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 59 Dr Charles Drew Science Magnet, Discovery School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lovejoy Discovery School #43?
619 students attend Lovejoy Discovery School #43.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Lovejoy Discovery School #43 students are Black, 28% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lovejoy Discovery School #43?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lovejoy Discovery School #43 offer ?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lovejoy Discovery School #43 part of?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lovejoy Discovery School #43 located?
Lovejoy Discovery School #43 is located in the Lovejoy neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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