Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Charter School Of Inquiry 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charter School Of Inquiry ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Charter School Of Inquiry's student population of 287 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Charter School Of Inquiry 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 Charter School Of Inquiry is 0.35, 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
#4194 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
80%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Charter School Of Inquiry's ranking?
Charter School Of Inquiry is ranked #4194 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Charter School Of Inquiry?
287 students attend Charter School Of Inquiry.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Charter School Of Inquiry students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charter School Of Inquiry?
Charter School Of Inquiry has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Charter School Of Inquiry offer ?
Charter School Of Inquiry offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charter School Of Inquiry part of?
Charter School Of Inquiry is part of Charter School Of Inquiry School District.
In what neighborhood is Charter School Of Inquiry located?
Charter School Of Inquiry is located in the Kensington neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Kensington.
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