What grades does PS 69 HOUGHTON ACADEMY serve?

PS 69 HOUGHTON ACADEMY operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the BUFFALO area.

Where is PS 69 HOUGHTON ACADEMY located?

PS 69 HOUGHTON ACADEMY is a urban school in BUFFALO, NY.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 69 HOUGHTON ACADEMY?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 69 HOUGHTON ACADEMY is 11.4:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in BUFFALO, NY?

Schools in BUFFALO include PS 69 HOUGHTON ACADEMY and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the BUFFALO area.

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PS 69 Houghton Academy — School Calendar 2026-27

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BUFFALO, NY 14206

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Wed

Professional DJ Training | FRC South Zone | Free ProgrammingStaff DayDistrict-wide

The BPS Family Resource Centers are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Located conveniently across the city, our FRCs offer free programming and resources year-round.Family Resource Centers Information & Registration

Oct

Tue

American Sign Language Level 1A Beginner - Fall - Early Class | FRC North Zone | Free Programminghalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Professional DJ Training | FRC South Zone | Free ProgrammingStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Admissions Testing | Hutch Tech #304 for 2027-2028 School Year examDistrict-wide

Registration Information for Hutch Tech

Oct

Thu

Parent Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

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Oct

Sat

Hutch Tech Entrance ExamexamDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–8

Enrollment

434

Student:Teacher

11.4:1

Locale

Urban

District

BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Econ. Disadvantaged

88.0%

Phone

(716)816-4794

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

Math Proficiency

11-19%

Chronic Absenteeism

51.1%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

470

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

96% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$30,022

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$17,595

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$44,840

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 19%State 69%Local 12%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$271,753

+4.0% 1yr+41.0% 5yr

Buffalo, NY metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

21.8%

Below 150% poverty line

5.2%

Unemployment rate

2.9%

Uninsured residents

8.0%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

9,307

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

8,462

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

2,429 (29%)

Specific Learning Disability

2,014 (24%)

Speech/Language Impairment

1,799 (21%)

Autism

1,009 (12%)

Emotional Disturbance

488 (6%)

Intellectual Disability

343 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

444

Current enrollment

Declining(-13% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Oct 7, 2026

Professional DJ Training | FRC South Zone | Free Programming

Staff Day

Tue, Oct 13, 2026

American Sign Language Level 1A Beginner - Fall - Early Class | FRC North Zone | Free Programming

half_day

Wed, Oct 14, 2026

Professional DJ Training | FRC South Zone | Free Programming

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. PS 69 Houghton Academy follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	Superintendents Conference Day (Professional Development)District-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	Teacher Set-up DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day- No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Pre-K phase in (Early dismissal) District-wide Pick up by 12:15 p.m.	half_day	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	Parent/Teacher Conference NightDistrict-wide 📚✨ Join Us for Parent-Teacher Conference Night! ✨📚Mark your calendars for Tuesday, September 15, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Middle Early College High School!Come connect with our teachers, explore the exciting opportunities available at MECHS, and learn how we’re preparing students for success in college, careers, and beyond.✅ Meet your child’s teachers✅ Learn about our academic programs✅ Visit community and college partner vendors✅ Attend informative presentations throughout the eveningWe look forw	Staff Day	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	Phase-in Pre-S (early dismissal) District-wide Pick up by 12:15 p.m.	half_day	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	Open House-Meet the Teacher NightDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	IXL (ELA/Math) BOY AssessmentDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	Welcome Back Meet the Teacher Night & Potluck DinnerDistrict-wide Potluck Dinner starts at 5 PM in our cafeteria, please bring a dish to share & enjoy.Meet the Teachers will commence at 6 PM and families will follow their students schedule, changing periods every 5-10 minutes. Families will start their night in period 1 and end in their student's last class.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Sep 24, 2026	Open House/Meet the Teacher at MontessoriDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	City Honors #195/Olmsted #154 Testing Opt-In / Opt-Out Slips Due District-wide All current Buffalo Public Schools (BPS) students in grades 4, 6, and 8 are eligible to take the Admissions Test for Frederick Law Olmsted School (#156) and City Honors School (#195) at their home school. If you are interested in your child attending either school, this is the first step in the admissions process. View Details	exam	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	Meet the TeacherDistrict-wide Join us for Meet the Teacher Night and kick off an exciting school year! This special event gives students and families the opportunity to meet their teachers, visit classrooms, learn about classroom expectations and routines, and ask questions about the year ahead. We look forward to welcoming you, building strong home-school connections, and partnering together for a successful school year.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Professional DJ Training \| FRC South Zone \| Free ProgrammingDistrict-wide The BPS Family Resource Centers are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Located conveniently across the city, our FRCs offer free programming and resources year-round.Family Resource Centers Information & Registration	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	American Sign Language Level 1A Beginner - Fall - Early Class \| FRC North Zone \| Free ProgrammingDistrict-wide The BPS Family Resource Centers are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Located conveniently across the city, our FRCs offer free programming and resources year-round.Family Resource Centers Information & Registration	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Professional DJ Training \| FRC South Zone \| Free ProgrammingDistrict-wide The BPS Family Resource Centers are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Located conveniently across the city, our FRCs offer free programming and resources year-round.Family Resource Centers Information & Registration	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Admissions Testing \| Hutch Tech #304 for 2027-2028 School Year District-wide Registration Information for Hutch Tech	exam	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the calendar for scheduled conference times and sign-up details.	Staff Day	—
Sat, Oct 17, 2026	Hutch Tech Entrance ExamDistrict-wide Check the exam notice for registration details and testing information.	exam	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	CHS and Olmstead Testing Week District-wide (4th -8th Grade. Details to Come.)	exam	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	American Sign Language Level 1A Beginner - Fall - Early Class \| FRC North Zone \| Free ProgrammingDistrict-wide The BPS Family Resource Centers are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Located conveniently across the city, our FRCs offer free programming and resources year-round.	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Professional DJ Training \| FRC South Zone \| Free ProgrammingDistrict-wide The BPS Family Resource Centers are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Located conveniently across the city, our FRCs offer free programming and resources year-round.	Staff Day	—
Sat, Oct 24, 2026	Saturday Admissions Testing \| Hutch Tech #304 for 2027-2028 School Year District-wide Registration Information for Hutch Tech	exam	—
Tue, Oct 27, 2026	American Sign Language Level 1A Beginner - Fall - Early Class \| FRC North Zone \| Free ProgrammingDistrict-wide The BPS Family Resource Centers are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Located conveniently across the city, our FRCs offer free programming and resources year-round.	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	Professional DJ Training \| FRC South Zone \| Free ProgrammingDistrict-wide The BPS Family Resource Centers are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Located conveniently across the city, our FRCs offer free programming and resources year-round.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 4, 2026	Professional DJ Training \| FRC South Zone \| Free ProgrammingDistrict-wide The BPS Family Resource Centers are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Located conveniently across the city, our FRCs offer free programming and resources year-round.	Staff Day	—
Sat, Nov 7, 2026	Saturday Admissions Testing \| City Honors #195 & Olmsted #156 2027-2028 School Year District-wide Testing Information	exam	—
Tue, Nov 10, 2026	American Sign Language Level 1A Beginner - Fall - Early Class \| FRC North Zone \| Free ProgrammingDistrict-wide The BPS Family Resource Centers are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Located conveniently across the city, our FRCs offer free programming and resources year-round.	half_day	—
Tue, Nov 10, 2026	Admissions Testing \| Hutch Tech #304 for 2027-2028 School Year District-wide Registration Information for Hutch Tech	exam	—
Thu, Nov 12, 2026	Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide See the teacher's sign up	Staff Day	—
Sat, Nov 14, 2026	Hutch Tech Entrance ExamDistrict-wide Check the exam notice for registration details and testing information.	exam	—
Tue, Nov 17, 2026	Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Parent-Teacher Conferences provide an opportunity for families and teachers to meet and discuss each child’s academic progress, social-emotional development, strengths, and goals for growth. Together, we can celebrate successes, address questions or concerns, and partner to support student achievement. We encourage all families to attend and actively participate in these important conversations about their child’s education	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 17, 2026	American Sign Language Level 1A Beginner - Fall - Early Class \| FRC North Zone \| Free ProgrammingDistrict-wide The BPS Family Resource Centers are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Located conveniently across the city, our FRCs offer free programming and resources year-round.	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Professional DJ Training \| FRC South Zone \| Free ProgrammingDistrict-wide The BPS Family Resource Centers are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Located conveniently across the city, our FRCs offer free programming and resources year-round.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Nov 19, 2026	Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Parents and guardians are invited to join us for Parent-Teacher Conferences!This is a wonderful opportunity to meet your student’s teachers, connect with our Parent Engagement Liaison, and review your student’s current academic progress. We look forward to partnering with you to support your child’s success.Light refreshments will be served. We hope to see you there!	Staff Day	—
Sat, Nov 21, 2026	Grades 1 - Grade 4 \| Gifted & Talented Admissions Testing for 2027-2028 School YearDistrict-wide Testing Webpage	exam	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Recess – NO SCHOOL  District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving RecessDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	Thanksgiving RecessDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Wed, Dec 2, 2026	Professional DJ Training \| FRC South Zone \| Free ProgrammingDistrict-wide The BPS Family Resource Centers are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Located conveniently across the city, our FRCs offer free programming and resources year-round.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Dec 3, 2026	Parent/Teacher Conference Night (1st Quarter)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	IXL (ELA/Math) MOY AssessmentDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	Professional DJ Training \| FRC South Zone \| Free ProgrammingDistrict-wide The BPS Family Resource Centers are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Located conveniently across the city, our FRCs offer free programming and resources year-round.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Dec 10, 2026	Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the calendar for scheduled conference times and sign-up details.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	Pre-K Holiday Workshop/ Candy Cane Sales District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Sat, Dec 12, 2026	Grades 1 - Grade 4 \| Gifted & Talented Admissions Testing for 2027-2028 School YearDistrict-wide Testing Webpage	exam	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Holiday Bazaar - Community School EventDistrict-wide Students and families are invited to join us for cookie decorating, ornament making, a trip to the Santa Shop, and more! Snacks will be served.There will be no other after-school programming today.	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Christmas EveDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Winter RecessDistrict-wide	Break	—