Serving 674 students in grades 9-12, Mount Vernon Steam Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Vernon Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mount Vernon Steam Academy's student population of 674 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mount Vernon Steam Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Vernon Steam Academy is 0.53, 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
#423 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
28%
29%
Black
63%
16%
White
5%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Vernon Steam Academy's ranking?
Mount Vernon Steam Academy is ranked #423 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mount Vernon Steam Academy often compared to?
Mount Vernon Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Denzel Washington School-arts, Mount Vernon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Mount Vernon Steam Academy?
674 students attend Mount Vernon Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Mount Vernon Steam Academy students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mount Vernon Steam Academy?
Mount Vernon Steam Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mount Vernon Steam Academy offer ?
Mount Vernon Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Vernon Steam Academy part of?
Mount Vernon Steam Academy is part of Mount Vernon School District.
In what neighborhood is Mount Vernon Steam Academy located?
Mount Vernon Steam Academy is located in the North Side neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in North Side.
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