Serving 460 students in grades 9-12, Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers 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 20-29% (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 higher 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 95% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 40-44% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty High School Academy for Newcomers serves an attendance zone in New York, NY, covering approximately 287.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 21.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers's student population of 460 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
460 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers 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 Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers 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
#3049 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
40-44%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers's ranking?
Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers is ranked #3049 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers?
The graduation rate of Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers is 40-44%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers?
460 students attend Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers?
Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers offer ?
Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers part of?
Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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