Serving 197 students in grades 9-12, Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic's student population of 197 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic 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 Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#782 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
56%
16%
White
12%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 #782 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?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic?
The graduation rate of Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic?
197 students attend Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Research Laboratory High School-bioinformatic students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 4% 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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