Needs Improvement
#4621 of 4,742 schools in NY
Based on limited data
Buffalo Commons Charter School
Elementary School · BUFFALO COMMONS CHARTER SCHOOL
833 MICHIGAN AVE-3RD FL, Buffalo, NY 14203
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 82 schools in Buffalo. Learn more
Enrollment
89
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
89
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,621 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#80 of 85
public schools
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Buffalo Commons Charter School
Elementary School in Buffalo · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Buffalo Commons Charter School
Buffalo Commons Charter School is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO COMMONS CHARTER SCHOOL. Buffalo Commons Charter School serves approximately 89 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd. Buffalo Commons Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,621 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 89 students, Buffalo Commons Charter School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Buffalo Commons Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
48% of students at Buffalo Commons Charter School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Buffalo Commons Charter School Compares
See how Buffalo Commons Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
833 MICHIGAN AVE-3RD FL, Buffalo, NY 14203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buffalo Commons Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CATHOLIC ACADEMY WEST BUFFALO (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARTIN LUTHER KING JR #48 (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY (rated 5.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,529
Median Rent
$1,167/mo
Population
2,526
College Educated
42.6%
Homeownership
2.6%
Poverty Rate
40.5%
Median Age
32
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| WEST LEYDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Leyden, NY | 2.9 |
| PS 88 S SILVERSTEIN LITTLE SPARROW SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.4 |
| ONONDAGA NATION SCHOOL Nedrow, NY | 3.6 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX 5 LOWER Bronx, NY | 3.6 |
| CASSAVANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden, NY | 3.7 |
| PS 270 JOHANN DEKALB Brooklyn, NY | 2.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buffalo Commons Charter School
What grades does Buffalo Commons Charter School serve?
Buffalo Commons Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Buffalo Commons Charter School?
Buffalo Commons Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 89 students.
How does Buffalo Commons Charter School rank in NY?
Buffalo Commons Charter School ranks #4,621 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Buffalo Commons Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Buffalo Commons Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Buffalo Commons Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Buffalo Commons Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Buffalo Commons Charter School a Title I school?
No, Buffalo Commons Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buffalo Commons Charter School?
70.8% of students at Buffalo Commons Charter School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 89
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.3%
- Phone
- (716) 222-0127
Resources & Links
District
BUFFALO COMMONS CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 89
- Schools in District
- 1
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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