Scholars' Academy is a uniformed preparatory school consisting of a middle school and a high school for gifted and talented children located in Rockaway Park, in the New York City borough of Queens. Scholars' Academy grew out of a pilot program and established a middle school in 2004 and added a 9th grade in 2007.
Serving 1,184 students in grades 6-12, Scholars' Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Scholars' Academy serves an attendance area in Rockaway Park, NY, covering approximately 28.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scholars' Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Scholars' Academy's student population of 1,184 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,184 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
To prepare for college and careers of the 21st Century.
School Rankings
Scholars' Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scholars' Academy is 0.77, which is more 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
#366 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Khaki
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scholars' Academy's ranking?
Scholars' Academy is ranked #366 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Scholars' Academy often compared to?
Scholars' Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Channel View School For Research by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Scholars' Academy?
The graduation rate of Scholars' Academy is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Scholars' Academy?
1,184 students attend Scholars' Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Scholars' Academy students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scholars' Academy?
Scholars' Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Scholars' Academy offer ?
Scholars' Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Scholars' Academy part of?
Scholars' Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #27.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is the best school in the city. It is very organized and structured. The teachers and principal are extremely bright, hard-working, and caring. The children are happy and not stressed out. There is a true community, culture, and identity at this school. I think it may be one of the top ten schools in the state. I am fortunate to have my child at such a fine NYC Public School.
What I know:
Excellent academic programs, Cooperative Learning School, Interdisciplinary Curriculum, Motivated Students, Middle School Students Complete 3 HS Courses: Living Environment, Earth Science, and Algebra, HS Students complete and earn up to 24 college credits in grades 11 and 12.
Many middle and high school sports teams: wrestling, basketball, tennis, crew, swimming, bowling, volleyball, etc.
Two bands: both middle and high school, marching band, all students must learn to read music and play piano beginning in grade 6
School has two new science labs, in process of central air conditioning installed, parents are supremely involved.
5 10/10/2025
Academic programs is the best in the city for the ability to take multiple regents in every grade since 7th grade with the best teachers in the city.
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