Serving 167 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 6:1 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 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Prep Academy's student population of 167 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
West Prep Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Prep Academy is 0.58, 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
#2788 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
50%
30%
Black
41%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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 West Prep Academy's ranking?
West Prep Academy is ranked #2788 out of 4,377 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
167 students attend West Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of West Prep Academy students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Prep Academy?
West Prep Academy has a student ration of 6:1, 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 School District.
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