Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ps/is 210 21st Century 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 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ps/is 210 21st Century Academy's student population of 399 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
399 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
When parents, teachers, and communities work together, students excel academically, enjoy their education, and can reach their highest potential as lifelong learners, productive citizens, and community leaders.
School Rankings
Ps/is 210 21st Century 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 Ps/is 210 21st Century Academy is 0.12, 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
#2429 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
94%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps/is 210 21st Century Academy's ranking?
Ps/is 210 21st Century Academy is ranked #2429 out of 4,346 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 52% NY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps/is 210 21st Century Academy?
399 students attend Ps/is 210 21st Century Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Ps/is 210 21st Century Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ps/is 210 21st Century Academy?
Ps/is 210 21st Century Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps/is 210 21st Century Academy offer ?
Ps/is 210 21st Century Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ps/is 210 21st Century Academy part of?
Ps/is 210 21st Century Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 6.
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