Serving 103 students in grades 7-12, Clark Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 103 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clark Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Clark Academy's student population of 103 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
103 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Clark Academy is 0.64, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
45%
29%
Black
39%
16%
White
12%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
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 schools are Clark Academy often compared to?
Clark Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Edenwald School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% NY state average).
How many students attend Clark Academy?
103 students attend Clark Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Clark Academy students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clark Academy?
Clark Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clark Academy offer ?
Clark Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clark Academy part of?
Clark Academy is part of Greenburgh-North Castle Union Free School District.
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