Serving 528 students in grades 6-12, Esperanza Preparatory Academy 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 25-29% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Esperanza Preparatory Academy serves an attendance zone of approximately 1 square mile in New York, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, and the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Esperanza Preparatory Academy's student population of 528 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
528 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Motto
Educating the future leaders of the world
School Rankings
Esperanza Preparatory Academy 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 Esperanza Preparatory Academy is 0.33, 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
#3988 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
81%
31%
Black
14%
15%
White
1%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esperanza Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Esperanza Preparatory Academy is ranked #3988 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Esperanza Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Esperanza Preparatory Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Esperanza Preparatory Academy?
528 students attend Esperanza Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Esperanza Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Esperanza Preparatory Academy?
Esperanza Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Esperanza Preparatory Academy offer ?
Esperanza Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Esperanza Preparatory Academy part of?
Esperanza Preparatory Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 4.
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