Serving 181 students in grades 9-12, Olympus Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olympus Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Olympus Academy's student population of 181 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
181 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Olympus 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 Olympus Academy is 0.28, 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
#1411 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
11%
31%
Black
84%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olympus Academy's ranking?
Olympus Academy is ranked #1411 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?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Olympus Academy?
The graduation rate of Olympus Academy is 40-49%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Olympus Academy?
181 students attend Olympus Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Olympus Academy students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olympus Academy?
Olympus Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Olympus Academy offer ?
Olympus Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Olympus Academy part of?
Olympus Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #18.
In what neighborhood is Olympus Academy located?
Olympus Academy is located in the Canarsie neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 23 other public schools located in Canarsie.
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