Serving 1,388 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Michael J Petrides 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 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michael J Petrides School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Michael J Petrides School's student population of 1,388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Michael J Petrides 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 Michael J Petrides School is 0.74, which is more 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
#2227 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
31%
29%
Black
21%
16%
White
33%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Michael J Petrides School's ranking?
Michael J Petrides School is ranked #2227 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Michael J Petrides School?
The graduation rate of Michael J Petrides School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Michael J Petrides School?
1,388 students attend Michael J Petrides School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Michael J Petrides School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michael J Petrides School?
Michael J Petrides School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Michael J Petrides School offer ?
Michael J Petrides School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Michael J Petrides School part of?
Michael J Petrides School is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
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