Serving 142 students in grades 6-8, Academy Of Public Relations 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Of Public Relations ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Academy Of Public Relations's student population of 142 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Academy Of Public Relations 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 Of Public Relations is 0.37, 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
#4215 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
77%
30%
Black
21%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of Public Relations's ranking?
Academy Of Public Relations is ranked #4215 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Academy Of Public Relations?
142 students attend Academy Of Public Relations.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Academy Of Public Relations students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy Of Public Relations?
Academy Of Public Relations has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Academy Of Public Relations offer ?
Academy Of Public Relations offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Academy Of Public Relations part of?
Academy Of Public Relations is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy Of Public Relations located?
Academy Of Public Relations is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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