Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School

190 FRANKLIN ST BUFFALO NY 14202

About Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School

Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School, situated at 190 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY, is a K–12 school in a large urban area with 881 students. The school has 72 teachers and 2 counselors, keeping a student-teacher ratio of 12:1 to provide good academic support. Based on test scores, 43% of students are doing well in math and 45% in reading. The school is diverse, with 92% of students from minority groups and 95% from homes with economic needs.

The student body is almost evenly split, with 52% female and 48% male students. It is ranked #982 in New York Elementary Schools and #496 in Middle Schools. Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School focuses on academic success, learning by doing, and getting students ready for high school, making it a popular option for Buffalo families wanting a good education.

Contact Information

Address

190 FRANKLIN ST BUFFALO NY 14202

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Phone

(716) 854-2490

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 0%
Reading 45%
State average proficiency is 0% in Math and 45% in Reading.
72
Full-time Teachers
12 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
10
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
881
Total Students
$92196
Avg. Teacher Salary

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School Ratings

Ranked

87

of 93 in New York

Recent News & Updates

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM -4:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 8.3%
Asian 28.5%
Hispanic 12%
Black 47.9%
Two+ Races 2.7%
Native Am. 1%
White
8.3%
Asian
28.5%
Hispanic
12%
Black
47.9%
Two+ Races
2.7%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 881
52.3%
461 Female
47.7%
420 Male

Student Population

881 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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FAQ

1. What grades are taught at Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School?

Ans-Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School teaches kids from kindergarten to 12th grade, giving families in Buffalo a full K-12 education.

2. Is Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School a public or private school?

Ans-Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School is a free public charter school that any eligible student in Buffalo can attend.

3. What's the student-teacher ratio at Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School?

Ans-Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. This means teachers can give each student individual attention and plenty of academic help.

4. Does Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School have Advanced Placement (AP) courses?

Ans-Yes, high schoolers at Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School can take AP classes to get ready for college work.

5. How well do students perform at Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School?

?Ans- About 43% of Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School students are good at math, and 45% are good at reading, which is better than the average for the district.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

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