Serving 460 students in grades 9-12, Pelham 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pelham Preparatory Academy serves a large attendance zone in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and the furthest edge being about 32.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pelham Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pelham Preparatory Academy's student population of 460 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
460 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Rankings
Pelham 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 Pelham Preparatory Academy is 0.64, 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
#3756 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
48%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
36%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
9%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelham Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Pelham Preparatory Academy is ranked #3756 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pelham Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Pelham Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Astor Collegiate Academy, Collegiate Institute For Math And Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pelham Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Pelham Preparatory Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Pelham Preparatory Academy?
460 students attend Pelham Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Pelham Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pelham Preparatory Academy?
Pelham Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pelham Preparatory Academy offer ?
Pelham Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pelham Preparatory Academy part of?
Pelham Preparatory Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #11.
In what neighborhood is Pelham Preparatory Academy located?
Pelham Preparatory Academy is located in the Allerton neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 10 other public schools located in Allerton.
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