Serving 482 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vails Gate Steam Academy 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 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vails Gate Steam Academy's student population of 482 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vails Gate Steam Academy 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 Vails Gate Steam Academy is 0.55, 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
#3519 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
64%
30%
Black
19%
16%
White
11%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vails Gate Steam Academy's ranking?
Vails Gate Steam Academy is ranked #3519 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Vails Gate Steam Academy often compared to?
Vails Gate Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like New Windsor School, Temple Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Vails Gate Steam Academy?
482 students attend Vails Gate Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Vails Gate Steam Academy students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vails Gate Steam Academy?
Vails Gate Steam Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Vails Gate Steam Academy offer ?
Vails Gate Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Vails Gate Steam Academy part of?
Vails Gate Steam Academy is part of Newburgh City School District.
School Reviews
3 12/15/2023
I went to this school 1 year ago and ever since first grade I had so many friends and even family for a while at this school the teachers were very helpful and helped me grow I miss you guys!!!
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