Serving 530 students in grades 6-8, New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts's student population of 530 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts is 0.67, 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
#976 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
38%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
42%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts's ranking?
New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts is ranked #976 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts often compared to?
New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School 51 William Alexander by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts?
530 students attend New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts?
New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts offer ?
New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts part of?
New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.
In what neighborhood is New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts located?
New Voices School Of Academic And Creative Arts is located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 24 other public schools located in Sunset Park.
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