Serving 161 students in grades 5-8, Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School's student population of 161 students has grown by 130% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4223 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
84%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School's ranking?
Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School is ranked #4223 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School?
161 students attend Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School?
Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School offer ?
Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School part of?
Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School is part of Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School located?
Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School is located in the Front Park neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in Front Park.
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