Serving 338 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Niagara Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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-6
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niagara Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Niagara Charter School's student population of 338 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A choice for parents, a better opportunity for students
School Rankings
Niagara 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 Niagara Charter School is 0.69, 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
#2670 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
48%
16%
White
15%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Niagara Charter School's ranking?
Niagara Charter School is ranked #2670 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Niagara Charter School often compared to?
Niagara Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Geraldine J Mann School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Niagara Charter School?
338 students attend Niagara Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Niagara Charter School students are Black, 22% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niagara Charter School?
Niagara Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Niagara Charter School offer ?
Niagara Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Niagara Charter School part of?
Niagara Charter School is part of Niagara Charter School District.
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