Clinton Elementary School

4100 Clinton St
Buffalo, NY 14224
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6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 629 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clinton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 629 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 50% in NY
  • : 58% (Top 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Clinton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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School Overview

Clinton Elementary School's student population of 629 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
629 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
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School Rankings

Clinton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1873 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
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58%
52%
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47%
49%
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90-94%
78%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
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Asian
1%
10%
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Hispanic
7%
31%
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Black
2%
15%
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White
85%
39%
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Two or more races
5%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.27
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(22-23)
16.7%
34.8%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Clint The Cougar

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clinton Elementary School's ranking?
Clinton Elementary School is ranked #1873 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Clinton Elementary School often compared to?
Clinton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Clinton Elementary School?
629 students attend Clinton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Clinton Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clinton Elementary School?
Clinton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clinton Elementary School offer ?
Clinton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clinton Elementary School part of?
Clinton Elementary School is part of West Seneca Central School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
This school claims to be a 'Blue Ribbon' school, but the teachers are not required to nor do they say The Pledge of Allegiance each day. Fridays over the PA system is all many students ever hear of it at Clinton Street Elementary.
- Posted by Parent - beb67

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 629 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 58% (Top 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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