Serving 302 students in grades 9-12, Middle Early College 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 6-9% (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 95% 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: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Middle Early College High School's student population of 302 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
302 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Middle Early College 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 Middle Early College High School is 0.46, 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
#3260 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
72%
15%
White
5%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle Early College High School's ranking?
Middle Early College High School is ranked #3260 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Middle Early College High School often compared to?
Middle Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tapestry Charter School, Hutchinson Central Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% 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 Middle Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Middle Early College High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Middle Early College High School?
302 students attend Middle Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Middle Early College High School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle Early College High School?
Middle Early College High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle Early College High School offer ?
Middle Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle Early College High School part of?
Middle Early College High School is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle Early College High School located?
Middle Early College High School is located in the Starin Central neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Starin Central.
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