Buffalo Academy For The Visual And Perform Arts

Buffalo Academy For The Visual And Perform Arts

Public Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade 5-12
450 Masten Ave,  Buffalo, NY
Masten Park Neighborhood
Buffalo Public Schools
3.5
2.8
610 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Principal - Ms. Jody Covington
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Average SAT Score
1030
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
37%
Average GPA
3.27
Graduation Rate
95%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C+
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.27
Reading Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers
70
Full Time Teachers
70
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1030
Math
490
Verbal
540
Number of AP Courses
3
AP Pass Rate
81%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

4
Test Scores
3
Equity
6
Student Progress
6
College Readiness
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Test Scores

Science
35%
State Average
20%
Math
32%
State Average
22%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
223:1

Student Diversity

Female
66.8%
Male
33.2%
Black
50%
White
20.8%
Hispanic
17.7%
Two or more races
8.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#38 Best HS for the Arts in New York
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University at Buffalo, SUNY 96 Students
SUNY Buffalo State University 81 Students
SUNY Fredonia 46 Students
Syracuse University 40 Students
New York University 39 Students
Daemen University 32 Students
Niagara University 28 Students
Canisius University 28 Students
Pace University 25 Students
SUNY Erie Community College 25 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 29 Students
Business 24 Students
Biology 21 Students
Music Performance 20 Students
Drama and Theatre Production 19 Students
Nursing 18 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 13 Students
Criminology 13 Students
Creative Writing 13 Students
Acting 13 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 93 Reviews
4.0 Alum
6/11/2025
I personally didn't have much social involvement, but the faculty and staff were very welcoming and helpful. My personal favorite parts were the productions. I was involved a lot in performances, like helping with the booth and being a part of performances. I still go sometimes to support when I can.
5.0 Alum
4/23/2025
As a graduate of the theater department who attended this school from 5th - 12th grade, and now works as a professional in the arts, I look back and recognize how foundational my experiences at this school were. I'm full of gratitude that this school was an option for me and my family without having to pay tuition. It must be protected, cherished, and resourced for generations to come. BAVPA was a school where difference was celebrated and where the arts were respected as a central part of our lives.
3.0 Senior
5/15/2024
The administration team tries their hardest but the head of administration doesn't try at all and drags her team down with her. The staff is friendly and helps students cultivate community.
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GreatSchools Reviews
2.8 13 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/9/2022
If you want to have art as your career , I recommend it
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1.0 parent
1/27/2022
The Principal in never at school and does not care about the kids.
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5.0 other
11/27/2013
iI love this school ever since i got there I've felt so good about myself i am so much more confident and i feel so much more dedicated to my instrument and my art then i would have ever been at any other school.
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5.0 student
1/22/2010
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Buffalo Academy For The Visual And Perform Arts

Buffalo Academy For The Visual And Perform Arts is a public school for students in grades 5-12 in Buffalo, NY and is served by the Buffalo Public Schools in New York. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 610 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 37% are proficient in reading. Buffalo Academy For The Visual And Perform Arts has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.27, the graduation rate is 95%, and the average SAT score is 1030. The average home value in this area is $152,601. Discover additional schools in the area, like P.S. 195 - City Honors School, City Honors School At Fosdick Masten Park, Research Laboratory High School-Bioinformatic, and more. Learn more about what Buffalo has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Buffalo Academy For The Visual And Perform Arts.

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