Special Music School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Special Music School's ranking?
Special Music School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for: Highest overall rank (Top 5%), Highest math proficiency (Top 10%), Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 1%) and Most diverse schools (Top 5%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Special Music School?
The graduation rate of Special Music School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 83%.
How many students attend Special Music School?
298 students attend Special Music School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Special Music School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Special Music School?
Special Music School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 12:1.
What grades does Special Music School offer ?
Special Music School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Special Music School part of?
Special Music School is part of New York City Geographic District # 3 School District.
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