Serving 196 students in grades 9-12, Voyages Preparatory 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 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 6-9% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Voyages Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Voyages Preparatory's student population of 196 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Voyages Preparatory ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Voyages Preparatory is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3080 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
75%
29%
Black
15%
16%
White
6%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
6-9%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Voyages Preparatory's ranking?
Voyages Preparatory is ranked #3080 out of 4,093 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Voyages Preparatory?
The graduation rate of Voyages Preparatory is 6-9%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Voyages Preparatory?
196 students attend Voyages Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Voyages Preparatory students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Voyages Preparatory?
Voyages Preparatory has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Voyages Preparatory offer ?
Voyages Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Voyages Preparatory part of?
Voyages Preparatory is part of New York City Geographic District #24 School District.
In what neighborhood is Voyages Preparatory located?
Voyages Preparatory is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Elmhurst, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Flushing.
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