Serving 610 students in grades 5-12, Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts's student population of 610 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts is 0.66, 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
#964 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
51%
16%
White
23%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts's ranking?
Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts is ranked #964 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts often compared to?
Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Artsis often viewed alongside schools like City Honors School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts?
The graduation rate of Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts?
610 students attend Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts students are Black, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts?
Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts offer ?
Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts part of?
Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts located?
Buffalo For The Visual & Performing Arts is located in the Masten Park neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Masten Park.
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