Serving 285 students in grades 6-8, Kappa 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 9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kappa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kappa's student population of 285 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Kappa ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kappa is 0.52, 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
#3667 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
46%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
1%
10%
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Hispanic
43%
29%
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Black
55%
16%
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White
n/a
41%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
![This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Kappa. This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Kappa.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/school_ethnicity/127000/126942/kappa-chart-b45AkyE.png)
![This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in NY. This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in NY.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/state_ethnicity_school/127000/126942/kappa-chart-EHEIo4.png)
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kappa's ranking?
Kappa is ranked #3667 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Kappa?
285 students attend Kappa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Kappa students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kappa?
Kappa has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kappa offer ?
Kappa offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kappa part of?
Kappa is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is Kappa located?
Kappa is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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