Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Henry J Kalfas Magnet School 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19%
- Science Proficiency: 21-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry J Kalfas Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Henry J Kalfas Magnet School's student population of 304 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Henry J Kalfas Magnet School is 0.67, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
53%
15%
White
11%
39%
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)88.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Henry J Kalfas Magnet School often compared to?
Henry J Kalfas Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harry F Abate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Henry J Kalfas Magnet School?
304 students attend Henry J Kalfas Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Henry J Kalfas Magnet School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry J Kalfas Magnet School?
Henry J Kalfas Magnet School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henry J Kalfas Magnet School offer ?
Henry J Kalfas Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry J Kalfas Magnet School part of?
Henry J Kalfas Magnet School is part of Niagara Falls City School District.
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