Serving 389 students in grades 9-12, Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197's student population of 389 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197 is 0.62, 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
#4093 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
56%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197's ranking?
Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197 is ranked #4093 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197?
The graduation rate of Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197 is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197?
389 students attend Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197 students are Black, 21% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197?
Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197 offer ?
Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197 part of?
Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197 is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197 located?
Math Science Technology Preparatory School At 197 is located in the Grider neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Grider.
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