Serving 314 students in grades 9-12, Middle Early College High 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 50-54% (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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Middle Early College High School's student population of 314 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middle Early College High 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 Middle Early College High School is 0.45, 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
#1778 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
73%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
53%
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 Middle Early College High School's ranking?
Middle Early College High School is ranked #1778 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Middle Early College High School often compared to?
Middle Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tapestry Charter School, Hutchinson Central Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Middle Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Middle Early College High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Middle Early College High School?
314 students attend Middle Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Middle Early College High School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle Early College High School?
Middle Early College High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle Early College High School offer ?
Middle Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle Early College High School part of?
Middle Early College High School is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle Early College High School located?
Middle Early College High School is located in the Starin Central neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Starin Central.
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