Serving 168 students in grades 9-12, Forsythe Satellite 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 <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forsythe Satellite Academy serves an extensive attendance area of approximately 468.2 square miles in New York, NY, with a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 12.3 miles, extending as far as 21.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forsythe Satellite Academy's student population of 168 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
168 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Forsythe Satellite Academy is 0.52, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
61%
31%
Black
34%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-29%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forsythe Satellite Academy?
The graduation rate of Forsythe Satellite Academy is 20-29%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Forsythe Satellite Academy?
168 students attend Forsythe Satellite Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Forsythe Satellite Academy students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forsythe Satellite Academy?
Forsythe Satellite Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Forsythe Satellite Academy offer ?
Forsythe Satellite Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forsythe Satellite Academy part of?
Forsythe Satellite Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 1.
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