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Tapestry Charter School
School · TAPESTRY CHARTER SCHOOL
65 GREAT ARROW AVE, Buffalo, NY 14216
Enrollment
1,126
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,126
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,181 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#33 of 85
public schools
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About Tapestry Charter School
Tapestry Charter School is a public school in Buffalo, NY, part of TAPESTRY CHARTER SCHOOL. Tapestry Charter School serves approximately 1,126 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Tapestry Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,181 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Tapestry Charter School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Tapestry Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Tapestry 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.
31% of students at Tapestry 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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Tapestry Charter School — Students at Tapestry Charter School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 38 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Tapestry Charter School Compares
See how Tapestry Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
65 GREAT ARROW AVE, Buffalo, NY 14216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tapestry Charter School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PS 64 FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED (rated 8.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BUFFALO SEMINARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 64 FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED Buffalo | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| PS 81 Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| MCKINLEY VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| NICHOLS SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL HERTEL Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| BUFFALO SEMINARY Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| WEST HERTEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| PFC WILLIAM J GRABIARZ #79 Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 17 Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| NARDIN ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| DR GEORGE BLACKMAN ECC Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| LAFAYETTE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| STANLEY G FALK SCHOOL - ROOSEVELT SITE Buffalo | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOSEPH'S COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| PRIMARY HALL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| RESEARCH LABORATORY HS-BIOINFORMATIC Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,260
Median Home Value
$260,700
Median Rent
$1,152/mo
Population
23,221
College Educated
54.1%
Homeownership
46.3%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
34.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KIPP ALWAYS MENTALLY PREPARED CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 5.4 |
| MICHAEL J PETRIDES SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island, NY | 5.4 |
| LEADERS IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 5.5 |
| BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK Brooklyn, NY | 5.3 |
| BROOME-DELAWARE-TIOGA BOCES Binghamton, NY | 5.3 |
| LYCEE FRANCAIS DE NEW YORK New York, NY | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tapestry Charter School
What grades does Tapestry Charter School serve?
Tapestry Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Tapestry Charter School?
Tapestry Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 1,126 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tapestry Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tapestry Charter School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tapestry Charter School rank in NY?
Tapestry Charter School ranks #3,181 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Tapestry Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tapestry Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Tapestry Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tapestry Charter School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Tapestry Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Tapestry Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Tapestry Charter School a Title I school?
No, Tapestry Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tapestry Charter School?
68.2% of students at Tapestry 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,126
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 93
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.9%
- Phone
- (716) 204-5883
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
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District
TAPESTRY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 1,126
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,177
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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