Island Academy (Closed 2006)

Island Academy serves 67 students in grades 10. 
Minority enrollment was 93% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).

School Overview

School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10
Total Students
67 students

Showing 1997–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers (01-02)
19 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (NY)
Hispanic
39%
31%

Showing 1997–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Black
54%
15%

Showing 1997–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

White
7%
39%

Showing 1997–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
93%
0.56

Showing 1997–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Free Lunch (01-02)
27%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Chancellor's Office School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Island Academy?
67 students attend Island Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Island Academy students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are White.
What grades does Island Academy offer ?
Island Academy offers enrollment in grades 10
What school district is Island Academy part of?
Island Academy is part of New York City Chancellor's Office School District.

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