The International Preparatory School is a high school that serves grades 9???2 in the Lower West Side of Buffalo, New York. It focuses on providing ample college coursework to prepare its students for post-secondary education.
Serving 640 students in grades 9-12, International Preparatory School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher 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 93% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for International Preparatory School at Grover Cleveland at #187 encompasses the entire Buffalo, NY school district, covering approximately 52.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
International Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
International Preparatory School's student population of 640 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
640 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Rankings
International Preparatory School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of International Preparatory School is 0.72, which is less 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
#3039 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
25%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)83.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
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 International Preparatory School's ranking?
International Preparatory School is ranked #3039 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are International Preparatory School often compared to?
International Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 64 Frederick Law Olmsted by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of International Preparatory School?
The graduation rate of International Preparatory School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend International Preparatory School?
640 students attend International Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of International Preparatory School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of International Preparatory School?
International Preparatory School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does International Preparatory School offer ?
International Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is International Preparatory School part of?
International Preparatory School is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is International Preparatory School located?
International Preparatory 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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