PS 59 DR CHARLES DREW SCIENCE MAGNET

PS 59 DR CHARLES DREW SCIENCE MAGNET is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in BUFFALO, NY with about 761 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 49 teachers, PS 59 DR CHARLES DREW SCIENCE MAGNET has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

PS 59 Dr. Charles Drew Science Magnet, located in Buffalo, New York, is a specialized elementary school within the Buffalo Public Schools district. True to its name, the school places a heavy emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education. By integrating a science-focused curriculum into its daily instruction, the school aims to foster inquiry, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in its students from an early age, preparing them for future academic success in an increasingly tech-driven world.

As a magnet school, PS 59 draws students from throughout the Buffalo community who have an interest in scientific exploration. The school’s environment is designed to provide hands-on learning experiences, often utilizing its namesake as inspiration to encourage innovation and curiosity. Through its partnership with the broader Buffalo school system and its commitment to academic excellence, PS 59 strives to provide a supportive, rigorous environment that empowers its students to become the next generation of researchers, engineers, and informed citizens.

For more information, contact PS 59 DR CHARLES DREW SCIENCE MAGNET at (716) 816-3370 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.