Serving 158 students in grades 6-8, West Prep Academy 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Prep Academy serves a 2.7 square mile area in New York, NY, with most students living within a 1.3-mile radius, and the furthest students located about 2.4 miles away, typically taking 5-10 minutes to drive to school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Prep Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
West Prep Academy's student population of 158 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
158 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
With the work of all, we build a capable, caring, and inspired community.
School Rankings
West Prep Academy 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 West Prep Academy is 0.60, 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
#2719 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Titan Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Prep Academy's ranking?
West Prep Academy is ranked #2719 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are West Prep Academy often compared to?
West Prep Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School 245 Computer School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend West Prep Academy?
158 students attend West Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of West Prep Academy students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Prep Academy?
West Prep Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Prep Academy offer ?
West Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Prep Academy part of?
West Prep Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 3.
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