Serving 402 students in grades 5-12, Western New York Maritime 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western New York Maritime Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Western New York Maritime Charter School's student population of 402 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Western New York Maritime Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western New York Maritime Charter School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3024 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
40%
30%
Black
37%
16%
White
17%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western New York Maritime Charter School's ranking?
Western New York Maritime Charter School is ranked #3024 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Western New York Maritime Charter School often compared to?
Western New York Maritime Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonardo Da Vinci High School, Cleveland Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Western New York Maritime Charter School?
The graduation rate of Western New York Maritime Charter School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Western New York Maritime Charter School?
402 students attend Western New York Maritime Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Western New York Maritime Charter School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western New York Maritime Charter School?
Western New York Maritime Charter School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Western New York Maritime Charter School offer ?
Western New York Maritime Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Western New York Maritime Charter School part of?
Western New York Maritime Charter School is part of Western New York Maritime Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Western New York Maritime Charter School located?
Western New York Maritime Charter School is located in the South Park neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
School Reviews
5 11/13/2020
I am a student at this school it's my first year I accept the rules and everything but the principal is a great man he deserves an award for his amazing wok what you see outside of school is not your business in school same thing just because you see kids fighting that does not mean you think all of a sudden it's a bad place for you kid it's a great school and I think people would love going here I feel like I was blessed to come here the teachers are also amazing keep up the good work maritime staff you will always be in my heart you have gotten my respect
1 3/16/2020
Maritime kids fighting in uniform on bailey and Genesee because the staff couldn't resolve it in school. Parents called in with concerns daily and nothing. Now maritime in uniform on bailey and Genesee with knives, boys cutting female dam shame. I have images. Is this what the school teach the children to say hey grow thicker skin and got there get on your bus and get beat the hell up to a pope we don't care. Shaking my head.
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