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King Center Charter School
Elementary School · KING CENTER CHARTER SCHOOL
156 NEWBURGH AVE, Buffalo, NY 14211
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,598 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#77 of 85
public schools
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King Center Charter School
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About King Center Charter School
King Center Charter School is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of KING CENTER CHARTER SCHOOL. King Center Charter School serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. King Center Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,598 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for King Center Charter School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, King Center Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
King Center 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.
51% of students at King Center 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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King Center Charter School — Students at King Center Charter School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 2.7/10.
How King Center Charter School Compares
See how King Center Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
156 NEWBURGH AVE, Buffalo, NY 14211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering King Center Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 82 (rated 6.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 61 ARTHUR O EVE SCHOOL OF DISTINCTION (rated 5.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UNIVERSAL SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL II Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| PS 82 Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| FREDERICK OLMSTED #156 Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 1.9 |
| PERSISTENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 2.0 |
| NATIVITYMIGUEL MIDDLE SCHOOL, ST MONICA CAMPUS Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| HARVEY AUSTIN SCHOOL #97 Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| MATH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY PREPARATORY SCHOOL AT 197 Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| PS 61 ARTHUR O EVE SCHOOL OF DISTINCTION Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| SAINTS TABERNACLE SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Buffalo | 1.4 mi | — |
| ERIE COUNTY DETENTION FACILITY Buffalo | 1.4 mi | — |
| DR LYDIA T WRIGHT SCH OF EXCELLENCE Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 84 Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| WOODROW WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sloan | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| BURGARD HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| EAST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| PATHWAYS ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,490
Median Home Value
$91,600
Median Rent
$1,008/mo
Population
23,951
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
44.7%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
34.7%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL HERTEL Buffalo, NY | 3.1 |
| FRANKFORT-SCHUYLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Frankfort, NY | 3.1 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL Kingston, NY | 3.1 |
| NEWFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newfield, NY | 3.1 |
| PARLEY COBURN SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 3.1 |
| PS 109 SEDGWICK Bronx, NY | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about King Center Charter School
What grades does King Center Charter School serve?
King Center Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend King Center Charter School?
King Center Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at King Center Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at King Center Charter School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does King Center Charter School rank in NY?
King Center Charter School ranks #4,598 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is King Center Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
King Center 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.
What are the test scores at King Center Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, King Center Charter School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is King Center Charter School a charter school?
Yes, King Center Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is King Center Charter School a Title I school?
No, King Center Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for King Center Charter School?
92.3% of students at King Center 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
- 401
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.4%
- Phone
- (716) 891-7912
Resources & Links
District
KING CENTER CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 401
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,867
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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