Serving 372 students in grades 9-12, Leonardo Da Vinci High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% 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: 372 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leonardo Da Vinci High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Leonardo Da Vinci High School's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leonardo Da Vinci High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leonardo Da Vinci High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1092 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
38%
16%
White
24%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leonardo Da Vinci High School's ranking?
Leonardo Da Vinci High School is ranked #1092 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Leonardo Da Vinci High School often compared to?
Leonardo Da Vinci High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hutchinson Central Technical High School, Western New York Maritime Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leonardo Da Vinci High School?
The graduation rate of Leonardo Da Vinci High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Leonardo Da Vinci High School?
372 students attend Leonardo Da Vinci High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Leonardo Da Vinci High School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leonardo Da Vinci High School?
Leonardo Da Vinci High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leonardo Da Vinci High School offer ?
Leonardo Da Vinci High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Leonardo Da Vinci High School part of?
Leonardo Da Vinci High School is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Leonardo Da Vinci High School located?
Leonardo Da Vinci High School is located in the Front Park neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in Front Park.
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