Serving 237 students in grades 9-12, Wings Academy 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 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: 237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wings Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wings Academy's student population of 237 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Wings Academy 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 Wings Academy is 0.53, 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
#2886 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
56%
30%
Black
40%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
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 Wings Academy's ranking?
Wings Academy is ranked #2886 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Wings Academy often compared to?
Wings Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Harry S Truman High School, Bronx Preparatory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wings Academy?
The graduation rate of Wings Academy is 65-69%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wings Academy?
237 students attend Wings Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Wings Academy students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wings Academy?
Wings Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wings Academy offer ?
Wings Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wings Academy part of?
Wings Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Wings Academy located?
Wings 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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