Serving 1,104 students in grades 9-12, Martin Van Buren High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,104 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Van Buren High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Martin Van Buren High School's student population of 1,104 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,104 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martin Van Buren High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Van Buren High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#733 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
29%
10%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
40%
16%
White
3%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Van Buren High School's ranking?
Martin Van Buren High School is ranked #733 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Martin Van Buren High School?
The graduation rate of Martin Van Buren High School is 85%, which is equal to the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Martin Van Buren High School?
1,104 students attend Martin Van Buren High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Martin Van Buren High School students are Black, 29% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin Van Buren High School?
Martin Van Buren High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Martin Van Buren High School offer ?
Martin Van Buren High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Martin Van Buren High School part of?
Martin Van Buren High School is part of New York City Geographic District #26 School District.
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