Elmwood-franklin School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Elmwood Franklin is a school that emphasizes high academic achievement, good study skills and positive character development.
We set high standards for each child with whom we work, then give support to enable him/her to meet these expectations.
We expect our students throughout their years here to achieve success in becoming self-motivated and in assuming responsibility for their actions.
The early years of education are crucial in an individual's life.
Our role is to provide each student with the basic skills to learn effectively and the fundamental elements of knowledge which will become the foundation for all subsequent learning.
Learning how to learn, developing an enthusiasm for acquiring knowledge and cultivating a lively curiosity during these years sets a life long pattern of sound attitudes.
At Elmwood Franklin, we value an atmosphere of genuine respect and courtesy between student and student, adult and student and adult and adult.
We do not only set a positive tone to support our students but also, we encourage faculty, administration and staff throughout their time at Elmwood Franklin to develop themselves personally and professionally with financial assistance from the school.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked NY School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 342 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Elmwood-franklin School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

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Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Elmwood-franklin School
Pre-K	50
Kind	35
1	30
2	37
3	33
4	38
5	33
6	29
7	27
8	30

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Pre-K is the largest grade at Elmwood-franklin School, with 50 students.

Year Founded

1895

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Student Body

Total Students

342 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

21%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

43 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
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New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)

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Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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Elmwood Franklin is a school that emphasizes high academic achievement, good study skills and positive character development. We set high standards for each child with whom we work, then give support to enable him/her to meet these expectations. We expect our students throughout their years here to achieve success in becoming self-motivated and in assuming responsibility for their actions. The early years of education are crucial in an individual's life. Our role is to provide each student with the basic skills to learn effectively and the fundamental elements of knowledge which will become the foundation for all subsequent learning. Learning how to learn, developing an enthusiasm for acquiring knowledge and cultivating a lively curiosity during these years sets a life long pattern of sound attitudes. At Elmwood Franklin, we value an atmosphere of genuine respect and courtesy between student and student, adult and student and adult and adult. We do not only set a positive tone to support our students but also, we encourage faculty, administration and staff throughout their time at Elmwood Franklin to develop themselves personally and professionally with financial assistance from the school.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What is Elmwood-franklin School's ranking?

Elmwood-franklin School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Elmwood-franklin School?

The application deadline for Elmwood-franklin School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Elmwood-franklin School located?

Elmwood-franklin School is located in the Park Meadow neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 1 other private schools located in Park Meadow.

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