Serving 498 students in grades 9-12, Pelham Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pelham Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pelham Preparatory Academy's student population of 498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pelham Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pelham Preparatory Academy is 0.62, 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
#633 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
54%
29%
Black
29%
16%
White
7%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelham Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Pelham Preparatory Academy is ranked #633 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pelham Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Pelham Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Collegiate Institute For Math And Science, Astor Collegiate Academy 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 55% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pelham Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Pelham Preparatory Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Pelham Preparatory Academy?
498 students attend Pelham Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Pelham Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pelham Preparatory Academy?
Pelham Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pelham Preparatory Academy offer ?
Pelham Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pelham Preparatory Academy part of?
Pelham Preparatory Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is Pelham Preparatory Academy located?
Pelham Preparatory Academy is located in the Allerton neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 10 other public schools located in Allerton.
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