Serving 936 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Buffalo Of Science Charter School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 936 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo Of Science Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Buffalo Of Science Charter School's student population of 936 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
936 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Buffalo Of Science Charter School is 0.60, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)90-94%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
10%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
57%
16%
White
12%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Buffalo Of Science Charter School often compared to?
Buffalo 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?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buffalo Of Science Charter School?
The graduation rate of Buffalo Of Science Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Buffalo Of Science Charter School?
936 students attend Buffalo Of Science Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Buffalo Of Science Charter School students are Black, 24% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buffalo Of Science Charter School?
Buffalo Of Science Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Buffalo Of Science Charter School offer ?
Buffalo Of Science Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Buffalo Of Science Charter School part of?
Buffalo Of Science Charter School is part of Buffalo Academy Of Science Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Buffalo Of Science Charter School located?
Buffalo 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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