EAST COMMUNITY SCHOOL
302 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
East Community High School, located at 820 Northampton St in Buffalo, NY, is a public secondary school within the Buffalo Public Schools district. Serving students in the East Buffalo community, the school is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous academic standards with personal development. The school’s mission generally emphasizes preparing students for post-secondary success, whether through college enrollment, career technical training, or direct entry into the workforce, while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for its diverse student body.
Beyond core academics, East Community High School typically focuses on community engagement and social-emotional learning to address the specific needs of its neighborhood. The school often implements programs aimed at improving graduation rates and closing achievement gaps, utilizing a variety of resources, including extracurricular activities, athletic programs, and partnerships with local organizations. By prioritizing a holistic approach, the school strives to empower its students to become productive, responsible, and engaged citizens within the city of Buffalo and beyond.
Beyond core academics, East Community High School typically focuses on community engagement and social-emotional learning to address the specific needs of its neighborhood. The school often implements programs aimed at improving graduation rates and closing achievement gaps, utilizing a variety of resources, including extracurricular activities, athletic programs, and partnerships with local organizations. By prioritizing a holistic approach, the school strives to empower its students to become productive, responsible, and engaged citizens within the city of Buffalo and beyond.
302
Total Students
38.4
Full-Time Teachers
7.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
119.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 23 |
| Hispanic | 54 |
| Black | 171 |
| Asian | 37 |
| Two or More | 12 |
| American Indian | 5 |
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Black171 (56.6 %)
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Hispanic54 (17.9 %)
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Asian37 (12.3 %)
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White23 (7.6 %)
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Two or More12 (4.0 %)
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American Indian5 (1.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (716)816-3997 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 302 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 38.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 7.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 361 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
97
Grade 10
91
Grade 11
63
Grade 12
51
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 97 |
| Grade 10 | 91 |
| Grade 11 | 63 |
| Grade 12 | 51 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 159 | 52.6% |
| Male | 143 | 47.4% |
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