Western New York Maritime Charter School

Western New York Maritime Charter School

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade 5-12
2193 S Park Ave,  Buffalo, NY
3.9
4.8
468 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Charter School Leader - Mr. Lawrence W. Astyk
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Average SAT Score
1070
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
32%
Average GPA
3.3
Graduation Rate
100%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.3
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
45
Full Time Teachers
45
Part Time Teachers
0
Teachers in First or Second Year
15%
College Prep
Average SAT
1070
Math
530
Verbal
540
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
48%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
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Test Scores

Science
29%
State Average
20%
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
94:1

Student Diversity

Male
64.2%
Female
35.8%
Hispanic
41.7%
Black
37.7%
White
14.4%
Two or more races
4.1%
Native American
1.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#68 Niche Standout MS in New York
#142 Niche Standout HS in New York
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

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 40 Students
SUNY Buffalo State University 30 Students
SUNY Erie Community College 25 Students
Canisius University 16 Students
Syracuse University 13 Students
Rochester Institute of Technology 13 Students
Niagara University 13 Students
D'Youville University 13 Students
SUNY Niagara County Community College 13 Students
Bryant & Stratton College - Buffalo 12 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 21 Students
Nursing 14 Students
Business 13 Students
Psychology 13 Students
Computer Science 10 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 6 Students
Engineering 5 Students
Criminal Justice and Safety Studies 5 Students
Biology 4 Students
Communications 4 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 30 Reviews
5.0 NicheUser
9/16/2015
This school prides itself on its navy values
3.0 NicheUser
1/6/2015
Majority of teachers teach completely different from each other so at times it can be very difficult to learn a another teacher's method of teaching.
5.0 NicheUser
1/6/2015
Anybody is eligible for participation in all of the extra curricular activities we have at Maritime. Basically in order to stay on a team, you cannot have no less than a 70 in two or more classes.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.8 7 Reviews
5.0 parent
7/4/2025
I sent my son to Maritime after observing the he needed a different structure. The faculty and staff did such a great job at helping him realize his potential. His confidence and maturity have boosted so much over the last few years. Maritime is a game changer! I'll always be thankful for the profes...
5.0 parent
6/28/2025
All 4 of my children have attended Maritime,2 of which have graduated. The other 2 are about to enter their Junior year. I believe this school has given all of my children the proper tools to be very successful in life. I have made some amazing connections to some of the staff. They go above and bey...
5.0 parent
6/27/2025
This school helped both of my sons find structure and direction, seeing them all the way to graduation. I believe the academic and life lessons learned during their time at the school will be something they carry with them thru their adulthood.
principal
6/26/2025
As the Commandant and Head of Schools at Western New York Maritime Charter School, I write this not as a promotional gesture, but as a testament to the transformation, resilience, and mission-driven culture we are building every day.WNY Maritime is not for everyone—and that’s intentional. We are a m...

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Western New York Maritime Charter School is a charter school for students in grades 5-12 located at 2193 S Park Ave in Buffalo, NY. The school has a total enrollment of 468 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. Western New York Maritime Charter School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 1 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.3, the graduation rate is 100%, and the average SAT score is 1070. The average home value in this area is $190,901. Discover additional schools in the area, like Global Concepts Charter School, Tapestry Charter School, Mount Mercy Academy, and more. Learn more about what Buffalo has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Western New York Maritime Charter School.

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