Serving 295 students in grades 6-8, Village 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 17% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Village Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Village Academy's student population of 295 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Village 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 Village 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
#3658 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
46%
30%
Black
49%
16%
White
1%
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
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Village Academy's ranking?
Village Academy is ranked #3658 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Village Academy often compared to?
Village Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Village Academy?
295 students attend Village Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Village Academy students are Black, 46% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Village Academy?
Village Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Village Academy offer ?
Village Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Village Academy part of?
Village Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
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