Serving 281 students in grades 6-8, Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi 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 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 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 and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy VI serves a large attendance zone in Far Rockaway, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 27 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi's student population of 281 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
281 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi 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 Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi is 0.51, 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
#2530 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
61%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-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 Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi's ranking?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi is ranked #2530 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi often compared to?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Viis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Of Medical Technology - A College Board School, Channel View School For Research by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi?
281 students attend Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi offer ?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi part of?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi is part of New York City Geographic District #27.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The school is terrible because you can't even wear ear rings and girls look like boys in skirts.
5 10/10/2025
I like the school because they have a routine and fix rule for all. If anything happens they make sure they take care of the problem right away and call all parents to inform them of the issue.
5 10/10/2025
One of the best school in New York. Everyone would hope to hope their kids in such a school. Education and discipline code are the best and kids act professionally and very respectful.
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