Buffalo Commons Charter School serves 114 students in grades Kindergarten-3.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo Commons Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Buffalo Commons Charter School's student population of 114 students has grown by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
114 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Buffalo Commons Charter School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
62%
15%
White
25%
39%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Buffalo Commons Charter School?
114 students attend Buffalo Commons Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Buffalo Commons Charter School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buffalo Commons Charter School?
Buffalo Commons Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Buffalo Commons Charter School offer ?
Buffalo Commons Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Buffalo Commons Charter School part of?
Buffalo Commons Charter School is part of Buffalo Commons Charter School District.
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