Serving 418 students in grades 6-8, Vista 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 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vista Academy's student population of 418 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vista 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 Vista Academy is 0.50, 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
#2916 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
68%
29%
Black
20%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
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 Vista Academy's ranking?
Vista Academy is ranked #2916 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Vista Academy often compared to?
Vista Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Avenue Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Vista Academy?
418 students attend Vista Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Vista Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Academy?
Vista Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Vista Academy offer ?
Vista Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Vista Academy part of?
Vista Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
In what neighborhood is Vista Academy located?
Vista Academy is located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 41 other public schools located in East New York.
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