Palisade Preparatory School was a public middle high school and a former College Board School, comprising grades 7–12, in Yonkers, New York, United States. It was operated by the Yonkers Public Schools since its founding in September 2008 until its closure in June 2022.
Serving 701 students in grades 7-12, Barack Obama School For Social Justice 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 18% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barack Obama School For Social Justice's student population of 701 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
701 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Barack Obama School For Social Justice 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 Barack Obama School For Social Justice is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4103 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
60%
31%
Black
28%
15%
White
4%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barack Obama School For Social Justice's ranking?
Barack Obama School For Social Justice is ranked #4103 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barack Obama School For Social Justice?
The graduation rate of Barack Obama School For Social Justice is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Barack Obama School For Social Justice?
701 students attend Barack Obama School For Social Justice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Barack Obama School For Social Justice students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barack Obama School For Social Justice?
Barack Obama School For Social Justice has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Barack Obama School For Social Justice offer ?
Barack Obama School For Social Justice offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barack Obama School For Social Justice part of?
Barack Obama School For Social Justice is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Barack Obama School For Social Justice located?
Barack Obama School For Social Justice is located in the Getty Square neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Getty Square.
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