Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Persistence Preparatory Academy 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher 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 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School's student population of 434 students has grown by 92% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 76% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Persistence Preparatory Academy 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 Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School is 0.24, 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
#4226 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Black
87%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School's ranking?
Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School is ranked #4226 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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School?
434 students attend Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School?
Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School offer ?
Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School part of?
Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School is part of Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School located?
Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School is located in the MLK Park neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in MLK Park.
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