Serving 38 students in grades 9-12, Paul Robeson High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the New York state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the New York state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 was lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
38 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
97%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(13-14)40-44%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paul Robeson High School?
The graduation rate of Paul Robeson High School is 40-44%, which is lower than the New York state average of 78%.
How many students attend Paul Robeson High School?
38 students attend Paul Robeson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Paul Robeson High School students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul Robeson High School?
Paul Robeson High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Paul Robeson High School offer ?
Paul Robeson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paul Robeson High School part of?
Paul Robeson High School is part of New York City Geographic District #17.
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