Serving 805 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Reach Academy Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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-8
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reach Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Reach Academy Charter School's student population of 805 students has grown by 90% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
805 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Rankings
Reach Academy Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reach Academy Charter School is 0.39, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3860 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
11%
31%
Black
77%
15%
White
2%
39%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reach Academy Charter School's ranking?
Reach Academy Charter School is ranked #3860 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Reach Academy Charter School?
805 students attend Reach Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Reach Academy Charter School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reach Academy Charter School?
Reach Academy Charter School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Reach Academy Charter School offer ?
Reach Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Reach Academy Charter School part of?
Reach Academy Charter School is part of REACH Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Reach Academy Charter School located?
Reach Academy Charter School is located in the Willert Park neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Willert Park.
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