Lafayette International School vs West Buffalo Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 809 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lafayette International School
Buffalo · Public high · Grades 9–12
475 students
West Buffalo Charter School
Buffalo · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
498 students
| Measure | Lafayette International School Buffalo, New York | West Buffalo Charter School Buffalo, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1030 of 1,079 | #2220 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #10607 of 16,910 | #41364 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 475 | 498 |
| Enrollment | 475 | 498 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.8% | 91% |
| Students per teacher | 7.7 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Buffalo | Buffalo |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lafayette International School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.4 vs 25.6).
- •West Buffalo Charter School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91% vs 96.8%).
- •Lafayette International School does better on students per teacher (7.7 vs 15.6).
- •West Buffalo Charter School is the larger school with 498 students compared with 475.
- •Lafayette 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 Lafayette International School better than West Buffalo Charter School?
On the Success Index (US), Lafayette International School ranks higher (41.4 vs 25.6 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 Lafayette International School and West Buffalo Charter School?
About 809 m in a straight line, between Buffalo and Buffalo in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lafayette International School: 475. West Buffalo Charter School: 498. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lafayette International School and West Buffalo Charter School rank in New York?
Lafayette International School is 1030th of 1,079 and West Buffalo Charter School is 2220th of 2,536 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).