Serving 899 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Buffalo Academy Of Science 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 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School's student population of 899 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
899 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buffalo Academy Of Science 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 Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School is 0.66, 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
#2595 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
50%
15%
White
7%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School's ranking?
Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School is ranked #2595 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School often compared to?
Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buffalo School Of Culinary Arts And Hospitality Management by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School?
The graduation rate of Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School?
899 students attend Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School students are Black, 27% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School?
Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School offer ?
Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School part of?
Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School is part of Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School located?
Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown.
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