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Buffalo Commons Charter School
Elementary School · BUFFALO COMMONS CHARTER SCHOOL
833 MICHIGAN AVE-3RD FL, Buffalo, NY 14203
Enrollment
89
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
89
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Buffalo Commons Charter School
Buffalo Commons Charter School is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of the BUFFALO COMMONS CHARTER SCHOOL. The school serves approximately 89 students in grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $48,529, where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 89 students, Buffalo Commons Charter School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Buffalo Commons Charter School is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 89 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Address
- 833 MICHIGAN AVE-3RD FL, Buffalo, NY 14203
- Phone
- (716) 222-0127
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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). Another option is HERMAN BADILLO BILINGUAL ACADEMY (rated 5.3/10, 0.7 miles away). Additionally, REACH ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 0.3 miles away). 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Buffalo Commons Charter School has a median household income of $48,529. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 40.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX 5 LOWER Bronx, NY | — |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX 5 UPPER Bronx, NY | — |
| HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hancock, NY | 3.5 |
| BROWNSVILLE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 3.9 |
| BATTALION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 4.0 |
| PHILADELPHIA PRIMARY SCHOOL Philadelphia, NY | 4.0 |
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.
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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,549/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Buffalo). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (716) 222-0127
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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