Serving 375 students in grades 9-12, College Academy ranks in the bottom 50% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
College Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
College Academy's student population of 375 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
College 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 College Academy is 0.22, 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
#2345 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
88%
30%
Black
9%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 College Academy's ranking?
College Academy is ranked #2345 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are College Academy often compared to?
College Academyis often viewed alongside schools like High School For Law & Public Service by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of College Academy?
The graduation rate of College Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend College Academy?
375 students attend College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of College Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of College Academy?
College Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does College Academy offer ?
College Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is College Academy part of?
College Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 6 School District.
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