HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL
Charter School
446 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
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.
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.
446
Total Students
30.6
Full-Time Teachers
14.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
93.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic | 28 |
| Black | 391 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More | 7 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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Black391 (87.7 %)
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Hispanic28 (6.3 %)
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White10 (2.2 %)
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Asian7 (1.6 %)
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Two or More7 (1.6 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL |
| Phone: | (716)888-4080 |
| Website: | http://www.healthsciencescharterschool.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 446 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 30.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 406 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 10 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
130
Grade 10
112
Grade 11
120
Grade 12
84
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 130 |
| Grade 10 | 112 |
| Grade 11 | 120 |
| Grade 12 | 84 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 205 | 46% |
| Male | 241 | 54% |
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