Serving 679 students in grades 9-12, Williamsburg Preparatory School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher 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 94% 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: 679 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williamsburg Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Williamsburg Preparatory School's student population of 679 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students, Building Futures
School Mascot
Wolverines
School Rankings
Williamsburg Preparatory School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williamsburg Preparatory School is 0.50, 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
#1186 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
68%
30%
Black
18%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverines
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williamsburg Preparatory School's ranking?
Williamsburg Preparatory School is ranked #1186 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Williamsburg Preparatory School often compared to?
Williamsburg Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Preparatory High School, Williamsburg High School For Architecture And Design by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williamsburg Preparatory School?
The graduation rate of Williamsburg Preparatory School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Williamsburg Preparatory School?
679 students attend Williamsburg Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Williamsburg Preparatory School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williamsburg Preparatory School?
Williamsburg Preparatory School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Williamsburg Preparatory School offer ?
Williamsburg Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williamsburg Preparatory School part of?
Williamsburg Preparatory School is part of New York City Geographic District #14 School District.
In what neighborhood is Williamsburg Preparatory School located?
Williamsburg Preparatory School is located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 17 other public schools located in Williamsburg.
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