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Westminster Community Charter School
Elementary School · WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL
PO BOX 3352, Buffalo, NY 14240
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,552 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#75 of 85
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About Westminster Community Charter School
Westminster Community Charter School is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL. Westminster Community Charter School serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Westminster Community Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,552 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Westminster Community Charter School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Westminster Community Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Westminster Community 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.
63% of students at Westminster Community 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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Westminster Community Charter School — Students at Westminster Community Charter School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 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: 3.0/10.
How Westminster Community Charter School Compares
See how Westminster Community Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 3352, Buffalo, NY 14240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westminster Community Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BENEDICT SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Amherst), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 82 (rated 6.0/10, 0.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| NATIVITYMIGUEL MIDDLE SCHOOL, ST MONICA CAMPUS Buffalo | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| FREDERICK OLMSTED #156 Buffalo | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| HIGHGATE HEIGHTS Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Buffalo | 0.6 mi | 1.9 |
| PS 82 Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| BUFFALO UNITED CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 61 ARTHUR O EVE SCHOOL OF DISTINCTION Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| LEWIS J BENNETT HIGH SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLGY Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| KING CENTER CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| PS 84 Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| BURGARD HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| WINDERMERE BLVD SCHOOL Amherst | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| MATH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY PREPARATORY SCHOOL AT 197 Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| UNIVERSAL SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Amherst | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| AMHERST MIDDLE SCHOOL Amherst | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| DR LYDIA T WRIGHT SCH OF EXCELLENCE Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| RESEARCH LABORATORY HS-BIOINFORMATIC Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLASDELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blasdell, NY | 3.3 |
| BLONEVA BOND PRIMARY SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 3.3 |
| BROOKLYN EXCELSIOR CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 3.3 |
| COMPASS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 3.3 |
| DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albany, NY | 3.3 |
| FRANK P LONG INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Bellport, NY | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westminster Community Charter School
What grades does Westminster Community Charter School serve?
Westminster Community Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Westminster Community Charter School?
Westminster Community Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westminster Community Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westminster Community Charter School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westminster Community Charter School rank in NY?
Westminster Community Charter School ranks #4,552 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Westminster Community Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westminster Community Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Westminster Community Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westminster Community Charter School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Westminster Community Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Westminster Community Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Westminster Community Charter School a Title I school?
No, Westminster Community Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westminster Community Charter School?
92.0% of students at Westminster Community 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
- 425
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.3%
- Phone
- (716) 816-3450
Resources & Links
District
WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 425
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,787
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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