Serving 394 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Enterprise 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 14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Enterprise Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Enterprise Charter School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 27, 2026
School Rankings
Enterprise 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 Enterprise Charter School is 0.50, 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
#4310 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
24%
30%
Black
67%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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 Enterprise Charter School's ranking?
Enterprise Charter School is ranked #4310 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 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Enterprise Charter School?
394 students attend Enterprise Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Enterprise Charter School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Enterprise Charter School?
Enterprise Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Enterprise Charter School offer ?
Enterprise Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Enterprise Charter School part of?
Enterprise Charter School is part of Enterprise Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Enterprise Charter School located?
Enterprise Charter School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown.
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