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 1,162 students in grades 9-12, Hutchinson Central Technical 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 91% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 93% (Top 20%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hutchinson Central Technical High School's student population of 1,162 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Year Founded
1904
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Hutchinson Central Technical 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 Hutchinson Central Technical High School is 0.76, 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
#1198 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
18%
30%
Black
35%
16%
White
15%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Engineer 20px
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hutchinson Central Technical High School's ranking?
Hutchinson Central Technical High School is ranked #1198 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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%.
How many students attend Hutchinson Central Technical High School?
1,162 students attend Hutchinson Central Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Hutchinson Central Technical High School students are Black, 27% 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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