Serving 755 students in grades 9-12, Mount Vernon Steam Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Vernon Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mount Vernon Steam Academy's student population of 755 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
755 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Mount Vernon Steam Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Vernon Steam Academy is 0.56, 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
#261 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
31%
30%
Black
59%
16%
White
7%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Vernon Steam Academy's ranking?
Mount Vernon Steam Academy is ranked #261 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mount Vernon Steam Academy often compared to?
Mount Vernon Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Denzel Washington School-arts, Mount Vernon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mount Vernon Steam Academy?
The graduation rate of Mount Vernon Steam Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mount Vernon Steam Academy?
755 students attend Mount Vernon Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Mount Vernon Steam Academy students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mount Vernon Steam Academy?
Mount Vernon Steam Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mount Vernon Steam Academy offer ?
Mount Vernon Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mount Vernon Steam Academy part of?
Mount Vernon Steam Academy is part of Mount Vernon School District.
In what neighborhood is Mount Vernon Steam Academy located?
Mount Vernon Steam Academy is located in the North Side neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in North Side.
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