Buffalo Academy for the Visual & Performing Arts vs Health Sciences Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New York, United States, 711 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buffalo Academy for the Visual & Performing Arts
Buffalo · Public high · Grades 5–12
617 students
Health Sciences Charter School
Buffalo · Charter high · Grades 9–12
452 students
| Measure | Buffalo Academy for the Visual & Performing Arts Buffalo, New York | Health Sciences Charter School Buffalo, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #968 of 1,079 | #755 of 1,079 |
| National rank | #7773 of 16,910 | #3778 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 5–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 617 | 452 |
| Enrollment | 617 | 452 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.2% | 92% |
| Students per teacher | 8.8 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 87% |
| city | Buffalo | Buffalo |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Health Sciences Charter School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.1 vs 52.3).
- •Health Sciences Charter School does better on math proficiency (87% vs 46%).
- •Health Sciences Charter School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 51%).
- •Buffalo Academy for the Visual & Performing Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.2% vs 92%).
- •Buffalo Academy for the Visual & Performing Arts does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 13.7).
- •Buffalo Academy for the Visual & Performing Arts is the larger school with 617 students compared with 452.
- •Buffalo Academy for the Visual & Performing Arts is a public school while Health Sciences Charter School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Buffalo Academy for the Visual & Performing Arts better than Health Sciences Charter School?
On the Success Index (US), Health Sciences Charter School ranks higher (68.1 vs 52.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Buffalo Academy for the Visual & Performing Arts and Health Sciences Charter School?
About 711 m in a straight line, between Buffalo and Buffalo in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buffalo Academy for the Visual & Performing Arts: 617. Health Sciences Charter School: 452. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buffalo Academy for the Visual & Performing Arts and Health Sciences Charter School rank in New York?
Buffalo Academy for the Visual & Performing Arts is 968th of 1,079 and Health Sciences Charter School is 755th of 1,079 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).