Kensington High School serves 720 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 91% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
720 students
Showing 1995–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
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School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Showing 1995–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
86%
15%
Showing 1995–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
9%
39%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Kensington High School?
720 students attend Kensington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Kensington High School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kensington High School?
Kensington High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kensington High School offer ?
Kensington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kensington High School part of?
Kensington High School is part of Buffalo City School District.
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