Mission
Buffalo/Rochester Academy of Science Charter Schools is a K-12 public charter school network serving students in the Buffalo and Rochester area. Since 2004, the schools focus on delivering a comprehensive education with an emphasis on STEM, character development, and college readiness.
Basic Information
Founded in
2022
EIN
87-3701368
Total Assets
$6.504 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

College for All
100% college acceptance rate.

Robotics Team
Award-winning Robotics Team showcasing innovation and teamwork.

STEM Education
Early STEM education focusing on engineering for kindergarteners.
Impact Stats
Ranking
Top Charter School Rankings
Our schools ranked #1 in the Best Charter School in Buffalo Area by Niche.com and Best Charter High School in Western New York by USNews.com.
Graduation Rate
High Graduation Rates
Graduation rates consistently surpass 90%, often reaching 100%.
Proficiency Rate
High Proficiency in State Tests
Students consistently outperform their peers in state tests, exceeding New York state averages.
Testimonials
"The incredible Leadership at our school makes me feel appreciated and empowered daily."

Elizabeth Giovino
Elementary School Teacher
"The RocSci team's integrity can be seen in even the smallest of daily operations."

Brittany Barlow
High School ELA Teacher
"RocSci isn't just a workplace; it's my second family, where we share laughter, challenges, and dreams."

Deniz Yaman
Founding Principal of RocSci High School
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
48
24
/100
Program Expense Ratio
80.68%
14
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.952
4
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.1437
2
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 1.489M | 57.37% |
Program Services | 1.08M | 41.60% |
Investment Income | 78 | 0.00% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 26.54K | 1.02% |
Total Revenue | 2.595M | 100.00% |