Serving 1,139 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 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,139 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 5%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Scholars' Academy's student population of 1,139 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Scholars' Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scholars' Academy is 0.75, which is more 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
#263 out of 4093 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
16%
16%
White
39%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scholars' Academy's ranking?
Scholars' Academy is ranked #263 out of 4,093 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?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% 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 85%.
How many students attend Scholars' Academy?
1,139 students attend Scholars' Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Scholars' Academy students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Scholars' Academy part of?
Scholars' Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
School Reviews
5 6/6/2011
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.
5 4/20/2010
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.
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