Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School's student population of 319 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission at Peninsula Preparatory Academy is to motivate and inspire students to become curious lifelong learners and critical thinkers.
School Rankings
Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter 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 Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School is 0.57, 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
#1443 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
40%
30%
Black
52%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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 Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School's ranking?
Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School is ranked #1443 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School often compared to?
Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Challenge Preparatory Charter School, Success Academy Charter School-far Rockaway by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School?
319 students attend Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School offer ?
Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School part of?
Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School is part of Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School District.
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