Serving 407 students in grades 9-12, Westchester Square Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westchester Square Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westchester Square Academy's student population of 407 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westchester Square Academy 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 Westchester Square Academy is 0.63, 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
#1251 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
56%
29%
Black
22%
16%
White
7%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westchester Square Academy's ranking?
Westchester Square Academy is ranked #1251 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Westchester Square Academy often compared to?
Westchester Square Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pelham Lab High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westchester Square Academy?
The graduation rate of Westchester Square Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Westchester Square Academy?
407 students attend Westchester Square Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Westchester Square Academy students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westchester Square Academy?
Westchester Square Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westchester Square Academy offer ?
Westchester Square Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westchester Square Academy part of?
Westchester Square Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is Westchester Square Academy located?
Westchester Square Academy is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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