International School vs Lafayette International School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 230 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
International School
Buffalo · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
933 students
Lafayette International School
Buffalo · Public high · Grades 9–12
475 students
| Measure | International School Buffalo, New York | Lafayette International School Buffalo, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2359 of 2,536 | #1030 of 1,079 |
| National rank | #43969 of 50,301 | #10607 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 933 | 475 |
| Enrollment | 933 | 475 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.6% | 96.8% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 7.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | – |
| Math proficiency | 18% | – |
| city | Buffalo | Buffalo |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lafayette International School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.4 vs 21.4).
- •International School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.6% vs 96.8%).
- •Lafayette International School does better on students per teacher (7.7 vs 10.8).
- •International School is the larger school with 933 students compared with 475.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is International School better than Lafayette International School?
On the Success Index (US), Lafayette International School ranks higher (41.4 vs 21.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are International School and Lafayette International School?
About 230 m in a straight line, between Buffalo and Buffalo in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
International School: 933. Lafayette International School: 475. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do International School and Lafayette International School rank in New York?
International School is 2359th of 2,536 and Lafayette International School is 1030th of 1,079 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).