Parkside Preparatory Academy

655 Parkside Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11226
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 355 students in grades 6-8, Parkside Preparatory Academy 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 355 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Parkside Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

School Overview

Parkside Preparatory Academy's student population of 355 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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School Rankings

Parkside Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkside Preparatory Academy is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NY)
#3595 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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15-19%
55%
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40-44%
62%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Parkside Preparatory Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New York by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
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American Indian
2%
1%
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Asian
6%
10%
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Hispanic
20%
29%
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Black
69%
16%
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White
3%
41%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
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0.48
This chart display the diversity score of Parkside Preparatory Academy and the public school average diversity score of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Parkside Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Parkside Preparatory Academy is ranked #3595 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Parkside Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Parkside Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ms 246 Walt Whitman, AcademyFor College Prep And Career Exp by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Parkside Preparatory Academy?
355 students attend Parkside Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Parkside Preparatory Academy students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkside Preparatory Academy?
Parkside Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Parkside Preparatory Academy offer ?
Parkside Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkside Preparatory Academy part of?
Parkside Preparatory Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #17 School District.

School Reviews

5   5/29/2020
I went here when I was young. This is a great school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Bernel
3   2/10/2020
Don't go there.There is a very odd science teacher and whenever you stand up, she turns off the smart board, stops the whole lesson, and yells at you to sit down, but they have parties so that is a good thing, and the principle is very nice.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - uknown???
2   3/2/2019
Its okay, after you pick an elective class, they will either put you in another program, or not let you switch.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Uh no.
3   12/8/2017
It is a very good school and i had a very fun 3 years at this school. Highly recommended to come here.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Student
5   7/10/2008
It is a wonderful school no matter what people say! The teachers are really nice and the programs help you progress!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - milky

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 355 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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