Tapestry Charter School is a K-12 charter school in Buffalo, New York, United States. The current director is Eric Klapper.
Serving 1,126 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Tapestry 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 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,126 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tapestry Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Tapestry Charter School's student population of 1,126 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Rankings
Tapestry Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tapestry Charter School is 0.65, 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
#3349 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
15%
30%
Black
53%
16%
White
20%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Tapestry Charter School's ranking?
Tapestry Charter School is ranked #3349 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Tapestry Charter School often compared to?
Tapestry Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmwood Village Charter School Days Park by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tapestry Charter School?
The graduation rate of Tapestry Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tapestry Charter School?
1,126 students attend Tapestry Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Tapestry Charter School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tapestry Charter School?
Tapestry Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Tapestry Charter School offer ?
Tapestry Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tapestry Charter School part of?
Tapestry Charter School is part of Tapestry Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Tapestry Charter School located?
Tapestry Charter School is located in the Park Meadow neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Park Meadow.
School Reviews
5 11/21/2022
My granddaughter recently joined this school. She came from another state. Her confidence in the school was very low. She could doubt herself in everything. After a few weeks of being there, I've noticed such a change. She enjoys school. She comes home ready and willing to do homework. She is constantly sharing facts she learned in school. She has become so confident. We are so happy with their progress, so proud of her and grateful for school. Thank you.
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