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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic | 26 |
| Black | 315 |
| Asian | 69 |
| Two or More | 15 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Black315 (73.8 %)
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Asian69 (16.2 %)
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Hispanic26 (6.1 %)
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Two or More15 (3.5 %)
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White1 (0.2 %)
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American Indian1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 229 | 53.6% |
| Male | 198 | 46.4% |
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