Serving 396 students in grades 9-12, Vanguard High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vanguard High School serves an attendance zone covering approximately 468.2 square miles in New York, NY, with students typically driving 20-30 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 11.9 miles, extending up to 24.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vanguard High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Vanguard High School's student population of 396 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
396 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Vanguard High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vanguard High School is 0.57, which is less 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
#1917 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)86.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vanguard High School's ranking?
Vanguard High School is ranked #1917 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Vanguard High School often compared to?
Vanguard High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like High School Of Hospitality Management by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vanguard High School?
The graduation rate of Vanguard High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Vanguard High School?
396 students attend Vanguard High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Vanguard High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vanguard High School?
Vanguard High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Vanguard High School offer ?
Vanguard High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vanguard High School part of?
Vanguard High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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