The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 80-89% (which was approximately equal to the New York state average of 86%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥90% (which was higher than the New York state average of 74%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students (09-10)
42 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)80-89%
86%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥90%
74%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Asian
(09-10)n/a
8%
Hispanic
(09-10)43%
22%
Black
(09-10)57%
19%
White
(09-10)n/a
51%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (08-09)
73%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 86% NY state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% NY state average).
How many students attend Urban Peace Academy?
42 students attend Urban Peace Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Urban Peace Academy students are Black, and 43% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Urban Peace Academy offer ?
Urban Peace Academy offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Urban Peace Academy part of?
Urban Peace Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 4.
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