Serving 912 students in grades Kindergarten-8, South 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 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 912 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Buffalo Charter School's student population of 912 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
912 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Future in Focus!
School Rankings
South 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 South Buffalo Charter School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3018 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
20%
31%
Black
31%
15%
White
44%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Buffalo Charter School's ranking?
South Buffalo Charter School is ranked #3018 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are South Buffalo Charter School often compared to?
South Buffalo Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Global Concepts Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend South Buffalo Charter School?
912 students attend South Buffalo Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of South Buffalo Charter School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Buffalo Charter School?
South Buffalo Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Buffalo Charter School offer ?
South Buffalo Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Buffalo Charter School part of?
South Buffalo Charter School is part of South Buffalo Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is South Buffalo Charter School located?
South Buffalo Charter School is located in the Seneca neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Seneca.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My daughter attends Kindergarden and her teacher makes sure she is being challenged. Her teacher is wonderful.
1 10/10/2025
Over the last 2 years our daughter has been bullied by students and staff alike. We have gone through many avenues to try to get this resolved. My daughter cries at night and dreads waking up to go to this school. I am pulling her ASAP.
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