Serving 354 students in grades 9-12, Longwood Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than 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 and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longwood Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Longwood Preparatory Academy's student population of 354 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Longwood Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longwood Preparatory Academy is 0.47, 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
#1634 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
66%
30%
Black
31%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
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 Longwood Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Longwood Preparatory Academy is ranked #1634 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Longwood Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Longwood Preparatory Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Longwood Preparatory Academy?
354 students attend Longwood Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Longwood Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Longwood Preparatory Academy?
Longwood Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Longwood Preparatory Academy offer ?
Longwood Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Longwood Preparatory Academy part of?
Longwood Preparatory Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is Longwood Preparatory Academy located?
Longwood Preparatory Academy is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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