Below Average
#4204 of 4,742 schools in NY
South Buffalo Charter School
Elementary School · SOUTH BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL
154 S OGDEN ST, Buffalo, NY 14210
Enrollment
905
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
905
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,204 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#62 of 85
public schools
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South Buffalo Charter School
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About South Buffalo Charter School
South Buffalo Charter School is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of SOUTH BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL. South Buffalo Charter School serves approximately 905 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. South Buffalo Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,204 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for South Buffalo Charter School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
South Buffalo 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.
49% of students at South Buffalo 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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South Buffalo Charter School — Students at South Buffalo Charter School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 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: 3.5/10.
How South Buffalo Charter School Compares
See how South Buffalo Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
154 S OGDEN ST, Buffalo, NY 14210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Buffalo Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THEODORE ROOSEVELT SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Cheektowaga), which scores notably higher. Another option is NOTRE DAME ACADEMY (rated 5.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LORRAINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 27 HILLERY PARK ACADEMY Buffalo | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| PS 69 HOUGHTON ACADEMY Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| MOUNT MERCY ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| LORRAINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| BISHOP TIMON-ST JUDE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ERIE 1 BOCES West Seneca | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| SOUTH PARK HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| LOVEJOY DISCOVERY SCHOOL #43 Buffalo | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Buffalo | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| WINCHESTER-POTTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| WESTERN NEW YORK MARITIME CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| THEODORE ROOSEVELT SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| WOODROW WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sloan | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL Lackawanna | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| WEST SENECA WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Seneca | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL West Seneca | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,059
Median Home Value
$124,300
Median Rent
$925/mo
Population
15,454
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
45.8%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
24.7%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BENNETT PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 4.0 |
| BIRCHWOOD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Melville, NY | 4.0 |
| FRAZER K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 4.0 |
| PS 152 EVERGREEN Bronx, NY | 4.0 |
| PS 186 WALTER J DAMROSCH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.0 |
| RONALD L SODOMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albion, NY | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Buffalo Charter School
What grades does South Buffalo Charter School serve?
South Buffalo Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend South Buffalo Charter School?
South Buffalo Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 905 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Buffalo Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at South Buffalo Charter School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Buffalo Charter School rank in NY?
South Buffalo Charter School ranks #4,204 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is South Buffalo Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
South Buffalo Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 South Buffalo Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Buffalo Charter School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is South Buffalo Charter School a charter school?
Yes, South Buffalo Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is South Buffalo Charter School a Title I school?
No, South Buffalo Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Buffalo Charter School?
62.0% of students at South Buffalo 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
- 905
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 88
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.5%
- Phone
- (716) 826-7213
Resources & Links
District
SOUTH BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 905
- Schools in District
- 1
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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