Serving 410 students in grades 9-12, Westchester Square 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westchester Square Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Westchester Square Academy's student population of 410 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westchester Square 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 Westchester Square Academy is 0.64, 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
#3039 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
52%
31%
Black
27%
15%
White
7%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westchester Square Academy's ranking?
Westchester Square Academy is ranked #3039 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Westchester Square Academy often compared to?
Westchester Square Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert H Lehman High School, Renaissance High School For Musical Theater And The Arts, Pelham Lab High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westchester Square Academy?
The graduation rate of Westchester Square Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Westchester Square Academy?
410 students attend Westchester Square Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Westchester Square Academy students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 7% 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 Westchester Square Academy?
Westchester Square Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westchester Square Academy offer ?
Westchester Square Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westchester Square Academy part of?
Westchester Square Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 8.
In what neighborhood is Westchester Square Academy located?
Westchester Square 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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