South Park High School is a high school located in Buffalo, New York. It serves Grades 9 - 12 and teaches according to the Board of Regents. The current principal is Michael Morris.
Serving 801 students in grades 9-12, South Park High 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 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 801 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Park 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 about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Park High School's student population of 801 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
801 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
All are welcome to the Buffalo Public Schools, where excellence is our primary expectation, with no excuses.
School Rankings
South Park High 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 South Park High School is 0.75, 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
#3049 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
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
26%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
81%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)82.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
Showing 2001–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Sparky (bear)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Park High School's ranking?
South Park High School is ranked #3049 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are South Park High School often compared to?
South Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Health Sciences Charter School by visitors of our site.
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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Park High School?
The graduation rate of South Park High School is 81%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend South Park High School?
801 students attend South Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of South Park High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Park High School?
South Park High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Park High School offer ?
South Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Park High School part of?
South Park High School is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is South Park High School located?
South Park High School is located in the Triangle neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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