Serving 438 students in grades 9-12, Academy For Software Engineering ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The Academy for Software Engineering serves a large attendance zone in New York, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families within this area typically have a driving time of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with distances to the edge of the zone averaging 12.2 miles and extending up to 22.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy For Software Engineering ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Academy For Software Engineering's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
438 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Rankings
Academy For Software Engineering ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy For Software Engineering is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1308 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy For Software Engineering's ranking?
Academy For Software Engineering is ranked #1308 out of 4,346 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy For Software Engineering?
The graduation rate of Academy For Software Engineering is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Academy For Software Engineering?
438 students attend Academy For Software Engineering.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Academy For Software Engineering students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy For Software Engineering?
Academy For Software Engineering has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Academy For Software Engineering offer ?
Academy For Software Engineering offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Academy For Software Engineering part of?
Academy For Software Engineering is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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