Serving 132 students in grades 6-8, Academy Of Public Relations 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Academy of Public Relations serves an attendance zone of approximately 2.6 square miles in the Bronx, NY, allowing for a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 1.2 miles, with the furthest edge being 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Academy Of Public Relations's student population of 132 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
132 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Rankings
Academy Of Public Relations ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy Of Public Relations is 0.39, 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
#4118 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
75%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
22%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of Public Relations's ranking?
Academy Of Public Relations is ranked #4118 out of 4,346 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Academy Of Public Relations?
132 students attend Academy Of Public Relations.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Academy Of Public Relations students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy Of Public Relations?
Academy Of Public Relations has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Academy Of Public Relations offer ?
Academy Of Public Relations offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Academy Of Public Relations part of?
Academy Of Public Relations is part of New York City Geographic District # 7.
In what neighborhood is Academy Of Public Relations located?
Academy Of Public Relations is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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