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College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Buffalo at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
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Buffalo City School District
30,124 students | BUFFALO, NY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 61 schools -
Kenmore-Tonawanda Union Free School District
6,509 students | BUFFALO, NY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 9 schools
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Reviews From Schools in Buffalo
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Parent / Guardian
July 28, 2025
It is the worst place to send your kids. The staff there is unprofessional and exhibits bizarre behavior, lacking basic professionalism.king basic professionalism.
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Dr Lydia T Wright School Of Excellence
Parent / Guardian
July 04, 2025
I sent my son to Maritime after observing the he needed a different structure. The faculty and staff did such a great job at helping him realize his potential. His confidence and maturity have boosted... More
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Western New York Maritime Charter School
Parent / Guardian
June 27, 2025
All 4 of my children have attended Maritime,2 of which have graduated. The other 2 are about to enter their Junior year. I believe this school has given all of my children the proper tools to be very... More
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Western New York Maritime Charter School