Martin Van Buren High School

Martin Van Buren High School operates as an early college high school, offering rigorous programs in Health Sciences, Robotics, Engineering, Law, and Media Arts, with a strong emphasis on academic, social, and mental support for its students. The school partners with numerous universities, including Syracuse, St. John's, NYU, and Brown, to provide college-accredited classes and mentorships, allowing seniors to earn college credits on a CUNY campus. Students can engage in a variety of extracurriculars, such as Robotics, Model United Nations, Mock Trial, Debate, Journalism, and an Army JROTC program. While the school's 83.0% graduation rate is below the citywide median, its 65.0% college enrollment rate is around the median. Regents pass rates are strong in Languages Other Than English (93.0%), Global History (81.1%), US History (73.8%), and English (70.3%), but notably low in Physics (11.1%), Geometry (18.9%), and Earth/Space Sciences (26.5%). Parent sentiment is largely positive, highlighting strong college preparation support, a diverse and inclusive community, and caring staff. However, student surveys reveal concerns regarding school cleanliness, fair conflict resolution, and instances of physical fights, bullying, and drug/alcohol use. Some external reviews also point to potential areas for improvement in facilities and funding.