Serving 174 students in grades 9-12, Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic 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 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic's student population of 174 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic 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 Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic is 0.56, 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
#2362 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
64%
15%
White
11%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)84.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic's ranking?
Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic is ranked #2362 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic?
The graduation rate of Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic?
174 students attend Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic?
Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic offer ?
Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic part of?
Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic located?
Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic is located in the Starin Central neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Starin Central.
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