Serving 244 students in grades 9-12, Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability's student population of 244 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability is 0.65, 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
#1845 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
35%
29%
Black
47%
16%
White
12%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability's ranking?
Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability is ranked #1845 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability?
The graduation rate of Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability is 65-69%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability?
244 students attend Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability?
Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability offer ?
Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability part of?
Rockaway Park High School For Environmental Sustainability is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
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