HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL

HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL school district, located in BUFFALO, NY with about 437 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL (HSCS), located on Ellicott Street in Buffalo, New York, is a specialized secondary school dedicated to preparing students for college and careers within the healthcare industry. By integrating rigorous academic standards with a unique health-focused curriculum, the school provides students with early exposure to medical terminology, clinical concepts, and professional environments. The school’s mission emphasizes fostering a culture of academic excellence, personal responsibility, and community service, ensuring that graduates are not only ready for higher education but are also equipped with the foundational skills necessary to thrive in high-demand medical fields.

Beyond its academic core, HSCS stands out for its strong emphasis on partnerships with local medical institutions, research facilities, and community organizations. These connections provide students with valuable hands-on learning experiences, internships, and mentorship opportunities that go beyond the traditional classroom setting. By bridging the gap between high school education and the healthcare workforce, HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL serves as a vital resource for students in the Buffalo area who are interested in pursuing medical, diagnostic, or administrative roles in the health sciences sector.

For more information, contact HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL at (716) 888-4080 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1140 ELLICOTT ST
BUFFALO, NY 14209-1934
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HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in BUFFALO, NY with about 437 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
NYS EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OFFICE OF CHARTER SCHOOLS
Total Students:
437
Teachers:
35.01
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible-Title I targeted assistance program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 437 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 89% of the student body.

Black or African American
88.8%
Hispanic/Latino
6.2%
Two or more races
2.3%
White
1.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.9%
Asian
0.2%

Female
60.6%
Male
39.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.