Martin Van Buren High School is a public high school in Queens Village, New York. The school is operated by the New York City Department of Education.
Serving 1,131 students in grades 9-12, Martin Van Buren 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
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 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (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
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Martin Van Buren High School's student population of 1,131 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,131 students
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martin Van Buren 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 Martin Van Buren High School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2262 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
32%
10%
Hispanic
23%
31%
Black
35%
15%
White
3%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bumblebee
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Van Buren High School's ranking?
Martin Van Buren High School is ranked #2262 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Martin Van Buren High School?
The graduation rate of Martin Van Buren High School is 92%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Martin Van Buren High School?
1,131 students attend Martin Van Buren High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Martin Van Buren High School students are Black, 32% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, 2% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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.
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