Serving 129 students in grades 9-12, Metropolitan High School 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 40-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than 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 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metropolitan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Metropolitan High School's student population of 129 students has declined by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Metropolitan High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metropolitan High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2504 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
71%
29%
Black
26%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metropolitan High School's ranking?
Metropolitan High School is ranked #2504 out of 4,093 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metropolitan High School?
The graduation rate of Metropolitan High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Metropolitan High School?
129 students attend Metropolitan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Metropolitan High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metropolitan High School?
Metropolitan High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Metropolitan High School offer ?
Metropolitan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Metropolitan High School part of?
Metropolitan High School is part of New York City Geographic District #12 School District.
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