Explorations Academy serves 310 students in grades 9-11.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 was higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
67%
29%
Black
32%
16%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Explorations Academy?
310 students attend Explorations Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Explorations Academy students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Explorations Academy?
Explorations Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Explorations Academy offer ?
Explorations Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-11
What school district is Explorations Academy part of?
Explorations Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
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