Leonardo da Vinci High School is a high school temporarily housed on the east side of Buffalo, New York. There are 400 students enrolled in da Vinci spanning grades 9–12. The high school serves Grades 9 through 12. The current principal is Leslie Potempa.
Serving 363 students in grades 9-12, Leonardo Da Vinci 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leonardo Da Vinci High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Leonardo Da Vinci High School's student population of 363 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1999
Colors
Blue, Silver
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
Leonardo Da Vinci 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 Leonardo Da Vinci High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#2258 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
20%
31%
Black
39%
15%
White
21%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leonardo Da Vinci High School's ranking?
Leonardo Da Vinci High School is ranked #2258 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Leonardo Da Vinci High School often compared to?
Leonardo Da Vinci High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western New York Maritime 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leonardo Da Vinci High School?
The graduation rate of Leonardo Da Vinci High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Leonardo Da Vinci High School?
363 students attend Leonardo Da Vinci High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Leonardo Da Vinci High School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leonardo Da Vinci High School?
Leonardo Da Vinci High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leonardo Da Vinci High School offer ?
Leonardo Da Vinci High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leonardo Da Vinci High School part of?
Leonardo Da Vinci High School is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Leonardo Da Vinci High School located?
Leonardo Da Vinci High School is located in the Front Park neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in Front Park.
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