Hutchinson Central Technical High School, informally known as Hutch-Tech, is a high school in the City of Buffalo, New York. Its founding on September 14, 1904 under the name Mechanics Arts High School marked the beginning of technical education on the secondary level in the city of Buffalo.
Serving 1,140 students in grades 9-12, Hutchinson Central Technical High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 93% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hutchinson Central Technical High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Buffalo, NY school district, covering approximately 52.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hutchinson Central Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hutchinson Central Technical High School's student population of 1,140 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,140 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
Average Class Size
32 students
School Rankings
Hutchinson Central Technical High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hutchinson Central Technical High School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1551 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
29%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
Showing 2002–2022. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Engineer 20px
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hutchinson Central Technical High School's ranking?
Hutchinson Central Technical High School is ranked #1551 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hutchinson Central Technical High School often compared to?
Hutchinson Central Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonardo Da Vinci High School, Middle Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hutchinson Central Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Hutchinson Central Technical High School is 94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Hutchinson Central Technical High School?
1,140 students attend Hutchinson Central Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Hutchinson Central Technical High School students are Black, 29% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hutchinson Central Technical High School?
Hutchinson Central Technical High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hutchinson Central Technical High School offer ?
Hutchinson Central Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hutchinson Central Technical High School part of?
Hutchinson Central Technical High School is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hutchinson Central Technical High School located?
Hutchinson Central Technical High School is located in the Columbus neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Columbus.
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