Serving 248 students in grades 6-8, Parkside Preparatory Academy 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 35% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parksid Preparatory Academy serves a compact area of approximately 0.3 square miles in Brooklyn, NY, with most students living within a typical 5-10 minute drive and the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkside Preparatory Academy's student population of 248 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
248 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Parkside Preparatory Academy 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 Parkside Preparatory Academy is 0.44, 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
#2995 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
73%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White and Navy Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkside Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Parkside Preparatory Academy is ranked #2995 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Parkside Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Parkside Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School 246 Walt Whitman, AcademyFor College Prep And Career Exp, I.s. 340 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Parkside Preparatory Academy?
248 students attend Parkside Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Parkside Preparatory Academy students are Black, 18% 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 Parkside Preparatory Academy?
Parkside Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Parkside Preparatory Academy offer ?
Parkside Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parkside Preparatory Academy part of?
Parkside Preparatory Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #17.
In what neighborhood is Parkside Preparatory Academy located?
Parkside Preparatory Academy is located in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Prospect Lefferts Gardens.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It is a wonderful school no matter what people say!
The teachers are really nice and the programs help you progress!
3 10/10/2025
It is a very good school and i had a very fun 3 years at this school. Highly recommended to come here.
2 10/10/2025
Its okay, after you pick an elective class, they will either put you in another program, or not let you switch.
3 10/10/2025
Don't go there.There is a very odd science teacher and whenever you stand up, she turns off the smart board, stops the whole lesson, and yells at you to sit down, but they have parties so that is a good thing, and the principle is very nice.
5 10/10/2025
I went here when I was young. This is a great school.
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