Serving 269 students in grades 6-8, Parkside Preparatory 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 20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 269 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Minority Enrollment: 94%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50% in NY
Math Proficiency
: 20% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 42% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Parkside Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkside Preparatory Academy is 0.51, 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.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Parkside Preparatory Academy?
269 students attend Parkside Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Parkside Preparatory Academy students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkside Preparatory Academy?
Parkside Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Parkside Preparatory Academy offer ?
Parkside Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkside Preparatory Academy part of?
In what neighborhood is Parkside Preparatory Academy located?
Parkside Preparatory Academy is located in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Prospect Lefferts Gardens.
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I went here when I was young. This is a great school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Bernel
32/10/2020
Don't go there.There is a very odd science teacher and whenever you stand up, she turns off the smart board, stops the whole lesson, and yells at you to sit down, but they have parties so that is a good thing, and the principle is very nice.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - uknown???
23/2/2019
Its okay, after you pick an elective class, they will either put you in another program, or not let you switch.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Uh no.
312/8/2017
It is a very good school and i had a very fun 3 years at this school. Highly recommended to come here.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Student
57/10/2008
It is a wonderful school no matter what people say!
The teachers are really nice and the programs help you progress!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - milky
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 269 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Minority Enrollment: 94%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50%
Math Proficiency
: 20% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 42% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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