Serving 602 students in grades 9-12, Veritas 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veritas Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Veritas Academy's student population of 602 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Here, Be Present, Be Yourself
School Rankings
Veritas 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 Veritas Academy is 0.53, 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
#3426 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
66%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Veritas Academy's ranking?
Veritas Academy is ranked #3426 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Veritas Academy often compared to?
Veritas Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Queens High School For Language Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Veritas Academy?
The graduation rate of Veritas Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Veritas Academy?
602 students attend Veritas Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Veritas Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Veritas Academy?
Veritas Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Veritas Academy offer ?
Veritas Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Veritas Academy part of?
Veritas Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #25 School District.
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