International School vs West Buffalo Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 665 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
International School
Buffalo · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
933 students
West Buffalo Charter School
Buffalo · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
498 students
| Measure | International School Buffalo, New York | West Buffalo Charter School Buffalo, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2359 of 2,536 | #2220 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #43969 of 50,301 | #41364 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 933 | 498 |
| Enrollment | 933 | 498 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.6% | 91% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | – |
| Math proficiency | 18% | – |
| city | Buffalo | Buffalo |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Buffalo Charter School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.6 vs 21.4).
- •West Buffalo Charter School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91% vs 95.6%).
- •International School does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 15.6).
- •International School is the larger school with 933 students compared with 498.
- •International School is a public school while West Buffalo 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 International School better than West Buffalo Charter School?
On the Success Index (US), West Buffalo Charter School ranks higher (25.6 vs 21.4 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 International School and West Buffalo Charter School?
About 665 m in a straight line, between Buffalo and Buffalo in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
International School: 933. West Buffalo Charter School: 498. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do International School and West Buffalo Charter School rank in New York?
International School is 2359th of 2,536 and West Buffalo Charter School is 2220th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).