Serving 1,363 students in grades 9-12, Academy Of American Studies ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Of American Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Academy Of American Studies's student population of 1,363 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Academy Of American Studies ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy Of American Studies is 0.69, 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
#507 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
35%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
38%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of American Studies's ranking?
Academy Of American Studies is ranked #507 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Academy Of American Studies often compared to?
Academy Of American Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Maspeth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy Of American Studies?
The graduation rate of Academy Of American Studies is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Academy Of American Studies?
1,363 students attend Academy Of American Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Academy Of American Studies students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy Of American Studies?
Academy Of American Studies has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Academy Of American Studies offer ?
Academy Of American Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Academy Of American Studies part of?
Academy Of American Studies is part of New York City Geographic District #30 School District.
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