For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 879 students in 14228, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 14228, NY are Willow Ridge Elementary School and Heritage Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 14228 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 14228, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14228, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willow Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
480 Willow Ridge Dr
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 250-1575
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 250-1575
Gr: PK-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Heritage Heights Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2545 Sweet Home Rd
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 250-1525
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 250-1525
Gr: PK-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 14228, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 14228, NY include Willow Ridge Elementary School and Heritage Heights Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 14228?
2 public preschools are located in 14228.
What is the racial composition of students in 14228?
14228 public preschools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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