Serving 114 students in grades 9-12, Satellite Academy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 62%).
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: 114 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Satellite Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Satellite Academy High School's student population of 114 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
114 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Motto
SAHS: TRANSFORMING LIVES AND FULFILLING DREAMS
School Rankings
The diversity score of Satellite Academy High School 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
63%
30%
Black
33%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Satellite Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Satellite Academy High School is 11-19%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Satellite Academy High School?
114 students attend Satellite Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Satellite Academy High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Satellite Academy High School?
Satellite Academy High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Satellite Academy High School offer ?
Satellite Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Satellite Academy High School part of?
Satellite Academy High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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