Serving 659 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Buffalo United 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 12% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo United Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Buffalo United Charter School's student population of 659 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buffalo United 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 Buffalo United Charter School is 0.43, 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
#4070 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
74%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo United Charter School's ranking?
Buffalo United Charter School is ranked #4070 out of 4,377 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Buffalo United Charter School?
659 students attend Buffalo United Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Buffalo United Charter School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buffalo United Charter School?
Buffalo United Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Buffalo United Charter School offer ?
Buffalo United Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Buffalo United Charter School part of?
Buffalo United Charter School is part of Buffalo United Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Buffalo United Charter School located?
Buffalo United Charter School is located in the Starin Central neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Starin Central.
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