Serving 414 students in grades 9-12, Hillside Arts & Letters 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 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillside Arts and Letters Academy serves an attendance zone in Jamaica, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families in this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located up to 28.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillside Arts & Letters Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hillside Arts & Letters Academy's student population of 414 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Hillside Arts & Letters 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 Hillside Arts & Letters Academy is 0.71, 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
#3879 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
23%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillside Arts & Letters Academy's ranking?
Hillside Arts & Letters Academy is ranked #3879 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hillside Arts & Letters Academy often compared to?
Hillside Arts & Letters Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas A Edison Career And Technical Education High School, High School For Community Leadership by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillside Arts & Letters Academy?
The graduation rate of Hillside Arts & Letters Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Hillside Arts & Letters Academy?
414 students attend Hillside Arts & Letters Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Hillside Arts & Letters Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 23% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillside Arts & Letters Academy?
Hillside Arts & Letters Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillside Arts & Letters Academy offer ?
Hillside Arts & Letters Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hillside Arts & Letters Academy part of?
Hillside Arts & Letters Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #28.
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