Serving 349 students in grades 9-12, Longwood Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longwood Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Longwood Preparatory Academy's student population of 349 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Longwood Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longwood Preparatory Academy is 0.46, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1383 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
66%
29%
Black
33%
16%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longwood Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Longwood Preparatory Academy is ranked #1383 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Longwood Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Longwood Preparatory Academy is 60-69%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Longwood Preparatory Academy?
349 students attend Longwood Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Longwood Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Longwood Preparatory Academy?
Longwood Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Longwood Preparatory Academy offer ?
Longwood Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Longwood Preparatory Academy part of?
Longwood Preparatory Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
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