PS 74 HAMLIN PARK - CLAUDE AND OUIDA CLAPP ACADEMY

PS 74 HAMLIN PARK - CLAUDE AND OUIDA CLAPP ACADEMY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in BUFFALO, NY with about 451 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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 33 teachers, PS 74 HAMLIN PARK - CLAUDE AND OUIDA CLAPP ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 74 Hamlin Park – Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy is a public elementary school located in the Hamlin Park neighborhood of Buffalo, New York. Serving students in the Buffalo Public Schools district, the academy is named in honor of Claude and Ouida Clapp, figures recognized for their contributions to the local community. The school is situated near the Canisius University campus and serves as a foundational educational institution for children in the surrounding residential area, focusing on core academic development and fostering a supportive learning environment.

The academy emphasizes a commitment to the success of its diverse student population, working to provide resources that address both the academic and social-emotional needs of its learners. As part of the Buffalo Public Schools system, the school integrates standard curriculum requirements with extracurricular opportunities designed to engage students in the arts, physical education, and community involvement. For parents and community members interested in school policies, performance data, or enrollment procedures, the Buffalo Public Schools district website serves as the primary hub for administrative information regarding the academy.

For more information, contact PS 74 HAMLIN PARK - CLAUDE AND OUIDA CLAPP ACADEMY at (716) 816-3490 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.