WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL

Charter School 427 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Westminster Community Charter School (WCCS), located in the heart of Buffalo, New York, is a K-8 public charter school dedicated to providing a rigorous and supportive academic environment for students in the surrounding urban community. As a school of choice, it operates under the mission of closing the achievement gap by combining high academic expectations with a strong focus on character development and social-emotional growth. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to prepare its students not only for success in high school and college but also to become responsible, active citizens in their neighborhood.

Beyond its core curriculum, Westminster distinguishes itself through a commitment to community partnership and student engagement. The school often leverages various educational resources and extracurricular programs to provide a well-rounded experience, including initiatives designed to foster critical thinking and leadership skills. By maintaining a structured, results-oriented culture, Westminster Community Charter School strives to serve as a hub of opportunity for families in Buffalo, prioritizing individualized instruction and a safe, inclusive environment that encourages every child to reach their full potential.
427
Total Students
50.0
Full-Time Teachers
8.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
74.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White1
Hispanic26
Black315
Asian69
Two or More15
American Indian1
  • Black
    315 (73.8 %)
  • Asian
    69 (16.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    26 (6.1 %)
  • Two or More
    15 (3.5 %)
  • White
    1 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL
Phone: (716)816-3450
Website: http://www.westminsterccs.org
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 427
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 50.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 306
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 10
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 44
Grade 1 42
Grade 2 37
Grade 3 61
Grade 4 46
Grade 5 55
Grade 6 41
Grade 7 48
Grade 8 53

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten44
Grade 142
Grade 237
Grade 361
Grade 446
Grade 555
Grade 641
Grade 748
Grade 853
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22953.6%
Male19846.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)