Serving 302 students in grades 9-12, East Community School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
East Community School's student population of 302 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Community School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Community School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1943 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Black
57%
16%
White
7%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Community School's ranking?
East Community School is ranked #1943 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Community School?
The graduation rate of East Community School is 70-74%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Community School?
302 students attend East Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of East Community School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Community School?
East Community School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Community School offer ?
East Community School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Community School part of?
East Community School is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is East Community School located?
East Community School is located in the MLK Park neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in MLK Park.
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