Serving 217 students in grades 9-12, Voyages Prep-south Queens ranks in the bottom 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 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: VOYAGES PREP-SOUTH QUEENS serves a large attendance area in Jamaica, NY, encompassing approximately 468.2 square miles, with typical drive times of 20-30 minutes and an average distance of 12.2 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest boundary of the zone extends up to 27.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Voyages Prep-south Queens ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Voyages Prep-south Queens's student population of 217 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Voyages Prep-south Queens ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Voyages Prep-south Queens is 0.67, 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
#2199 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
30%
31%
Black
47%
15%
White
3%
39%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Voyages Prep-south Queens's ranking?
Voyages Prep-south Queens is ranked #2199 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
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 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Voyages Prep-south Queens?
The graduation rate of Voyages Prep-south Queens is 50-54%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Voyages Prep-south Queens?
217 students attend Voyages Prep-south Queens.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Voyages Prep-south Queens students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Voyages Prep-south Queens?
Voyages Prep-south Queens has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Voyages Prep-south Queens offer ?
Voyages Prep-south Queens offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Voyages Prep-south Queens part of?
Voyages Prep-south Queens is part of New York City Geographic District #27.
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