Serving 468 students in grades 5-12, Western New York Maritime Charter School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (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%).
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western New York Maritime Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Western New York Maritime Charter School's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Western New York Maritime Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western New York Maritime Charter School is 0.68, 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
#538 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
40%
29%
Black
37%
16%
White
15%
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
59%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western New York Maritime Charter School's ranking?
Western New York Maritime Charter School is ranked #538 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Western New York Maritime Charter School often compared to?
Western New York Maritime Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonardo Da Vinci High School, Cleveland Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% 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 Western New York Maritime Charter School?
The graduation rate of Western New York Maritime Charter School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Western New York Maritime Charter School?
468 students attend Western New York Maritime Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Western New York Maritime Charter School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Western New York Maritime Charter School offer ?
Western New York Maritime Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Western New York Maritime Charter School part of?
Western New York Maritime Charter School is part of Western New York Maritime Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 11/13/2020
I am a student at this school it's my first year I accept the rules and everything but the principal is a great man he deserves an award for his amazing wok what you see outside of school is not your business in school same thing just because you see kids fighting that does not mean you think all of a sudden it's a bad place for you kid it's a great school and I think people would love going here I feel like I was blessed to come here the teachers are also amazing keep up the good work maritime staff you will always be in my heart you have gotten my respect
1 3/16/2020
Maritime kids fighting in uniform on bailey and Genesee because the staff couldn't resolve it in school. Parents called in with concerns daily and nothing. Now maritime in uniform on bailey and Genesee with knives, boys cutting female dam shame. I have images. Is this what the school teach the children to say hey grow thicker skin and got there get on your bus and get beat the hell up to a pope we don't care. Shaking my head.
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