Serving 283 students in grades 9-12, Validus Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 80-89% (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: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Validus Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Validus Preparatory Academy's student population of 283 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Validus Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Validus Preparatory Academy is 0.50, 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
#885 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
59%
29%
Black
40%
16%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Validus Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Validus Preparatory Academy is ranked #885 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Validus Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Validus Preparatory Academy is 65-69%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Validus Preparatory Academy?
283 students attend Validus Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Validus Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Validus Preparatory Academy?
Validus Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Validus Preparatory Academy offer ?
Validus Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Validus Preparatory Academy part of?
Validus Preparatory Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
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