Serving 420 students in grades 6-12, Denzel Washington School-arts 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). 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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Denzel Washington School-arts's student population of 420 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Excellence in the Arts
School Rankings
Denzel Washington School-arts ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denzel Washington School-arts is 0.37, 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
#3591 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
20%
30%
Black
77%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
4%
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 Denzel Washington School-arts's ranking?
Denzel Washington School-arts is ranked #3591 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Denzel Washington School-arts often compared to?
Denzel Washington School-artsis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Vernon Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 Denzel Washington School-arts?
The graduation rate of Denzel Washington School-arts is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Denzel Washington School-arts?
420 students attend Denzel Washington School-arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Denzel Washington School-arts students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denzel Washington School-arts?
Denzel Washington School-arts has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Denzel Washington School-arts offer ?
Denzel Washington School-arts offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Denzel Washington School-arts part of?
Denzel Washington School-arts is part of Mount Vernon School District.
In what neighborhood is Denzel Washington School-arts located?
Denzel Washington School-arts is located in the South Side neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in South Side.
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