Serving 507 students in grades Kindergarten-8, West Buffalo 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 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 Hispanic and 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: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Buffalo Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Buffalo Charter School's student population of 507 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
School Rankings
West Buffalo 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 West Buffalo Charter School is 0.77, which is more 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
#2634 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
34%
30%
Black
24%
16%
White
15%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 West Buffalo Charter School's ranking?
West Buffalo Charter School is ranked #2634 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are West Buffalo Charter School often compared to?
West Buffalo Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charter School For Applied Technologies, Tapestry Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend West Buffalo Charter School?
507 students attend West Buffalo Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of West Buffalo Charter School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 21% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Buffalo Charter School?
West Buffalo Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Buffalo Charter School offer ?
West Buffalo Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Buffalo Charter School part of?
West Buffalo Charter School is part of West Buffalo Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is West Buffalo Charter School located?
West Buffalo Charter School is located in the Grant Ferry neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Grant Ferry.
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