HARVEY AUSTIN SCHOOL #97

HARVEY AUSTIN SCHOOL #97 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in BUFFALO, NY with about 612 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 51 teachers, HARVEY AUSTIN SCHOOL #97 has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Harvey Austin School (#97), located on Sycamore Street in Buffalo, New York, is a public school operating under the Buffalo Public Schools district. It serves students in the surrounding community with a focus on fostering academic growth and personal development within a structured educational environment. The school is committed to the district’s mission of providing equitable opportunities for all learners, emphasizing foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional learning to prepare students for success in later grades.

As part of the Buffalo Public Schools system, Harvey Austin School benefits from the district's broader initiatives, including access to specialized programming, extracurricular activities, and support services designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population. The school works closely with families and the local community to create a supportive culture that values achievement, inclusivity, and student engagement. For the most current information regarding academic calendars, specific programs, or enrollment procedures, families are encouraged to visit the official district website at [www.buffaloschools.org](http://www.buffaloschools.org).

For more information, contact HARVEY AUSTIN SCHOOL #97 at (716) 816-4460 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.