BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL

BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter school that is part of the BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL school district, located in BUFFALO, NY with about 616 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 45 teachers, BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

The BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL (BuffSci) is a tuition-free, college-preparatory public charter school serving students in grades 5 through 12. Located in downtown Buffalo, New York, the school places a heavy emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education. BuffSci is recognized for its rigorous academic environment, which aims to prepare students from diverse backgrounds for success in competitive four-year colleges and universities.

The school is defined by its structured approach to learning, characterized by extended school days and a focus on high academic achievement and character development. Beyond its core curriculum, BuffSci offers a variety of extracurricular activities, competitive athletic programs, and enrichment opportunities designed to foster well-rounded students. By integrating a technology-rich learning environment with strong faculty support, the academy strives to close the achievement gap and provide students with the critical thinking skills necessary for the modern workforce.

For more information, contact BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL at (716) 854-2490 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

190 FRANKLIN ST
BUFFALO, NY 14202
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BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in BUFFALO, NY with about 616 enrolled students. See other public other schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
Charter School:*
Yes
NYS EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OFFICE OF CHARTER SCHOOLS
Total Students:
616
Teachers:
45
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 616 students

Black or African American
64.3%
Asian
17.5%
White
14.4%
Hispanic/Latino
1.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.3%
Two or more races
0.8%

Female
46.8%
Male
53.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.