ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL - DAYS PARK

ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL - DAYS PARK is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL DAYS PARK school district, located in BUFFALO, NY with about 421 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 36 teachers, ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL - DAYS PARK has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Elmwood Village Charter School (EVCS) – Days Park is a K-8 public charter school located in the historic Allentown neighborhood of Buffalo, New York. Founded with a focus on holistic education, the school emphasizes a "whole-child" approach that integrates rigorous academics with character development, social-emotional learning, and community engagement. Its curriculum is notably hands-on and experiential, often incorporating the surrounding urban environment and local community resources into daily lessons to make learning tangible and relevant for its diverse student body.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, EVCS is well-regarded for its commitment to arts integration and environmental stewardship. The school fosters a close-knit, inclusive culture that prioritizes restorative practices and the development of strong interpersonal skills, aiming to prepare students to be both high-achieving scholars and active, empathetic citizens. As a school of choice, it remains a highly sought-after institution in the Buffalo area, consistently working to balance academic excellence with a supportive, vibrant, and collaborative school climate.

For more information, contact ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL - DAYS PARK at (716) 886-4581 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.