Needs Improvement
#4419 of 4,742 schools in NY
Enterprise Charter School
Elementary School · ENTERPRISE CHARTER SCHOOL
275 OAK ST, Buffalo, NY 14203
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,419 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#71 of 85
public schools
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Enterprise Charter School
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About Enterprise Charter School
Enterprise Charter School is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of ENTERPRISE CHARTER SCHOOL. Enterprise Charter School serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Enterprise Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,419 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Enterprise Charter School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Enterprise 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.
54% of students at Enterprise 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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Enterprise Charter School — Students at Enterprise Charter School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 17 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How Enterprise Charter School Compares
See how Enterprise Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
275 OAK ST, Buffalo, NY 14203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Enterprise Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR #48 (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WATERFRONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY (rated 5.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 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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| CASEY PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburn, NY | 3.6 |
| COMMACK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip, NY | 3.6 |
| COXSACKIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coxsackie, NY | 3.6 |
| FABIUS-POMPEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fabius, NY | 3.6 |
| HAMILTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 3.6 |
| J D GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Verona, NY | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Enterprise Charter School
What grades does Enterprise Charter School serve?
Enterprise Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Enterprise Charter School?
Enterprise Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Enterprise Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Enterprise Charter School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Enterprise Charter School rank in NY?
Enterprise Charter School ranks #4,419 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Enterprise Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Enterprise Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Enterprise Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Enterprise Charter School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Enterprise Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Enterprise Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Enterprise Charter School a Title I school?
No, Enterprise Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Enterprise Charter School?
99.0% of students at Enterprise 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.1%
- Phone
- (716) 855-2114
Resources & Links
District
ENTERPRISE CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 394
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,641
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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