Serving 341 students in grades 9-12, Academy For Language And Technology ranks in the bottom 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 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy For Language And Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Academy For Language And Technology's student population of 341 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Academy For Language And Technology 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 Academy For Language And Technology is 0.11, 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
#2667 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
94%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy For Language And Technology's ranking?
Academy For Language And Technology is ranked #2667 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Academy For Language And Technology often compared to?
Academy For Language And Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics 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 46% NY state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy For Language And Technology?
The graduation rate of Academy For Language And Technology is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Academy For Language And Technology?
341 students attend Academy For Language And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Academy For Language And Technology students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy For Language And Technology?
Academy For Language And Technology has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Academy For Language And Technology offer ?
Academy For Language And Technology offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Academy For Language And Technology part of?
Academy For Language And Technology is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy For Language And Technology located?
Academy For Language And Technology is located in the Morris Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Morris Heights.
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