Serving 611 students in grades 6-12, York Early College 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 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than 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 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
York Early College Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
York Early College Academy's student population of 611 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Service Perseverance Advocacy Reflection Collaboration
School Rankings
York Early College 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 York Early College Academy is 0.68, 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
#2373 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
25%
10%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
49%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
5%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 York Early College Academy's ranking?
York Early College Academy is ranked #2373 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are York Early College Academy often compared to?
York Early College Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Queens Gateway To Health Sciences Secondary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of York Early College Academy?
The graduation rate of York Early College Academy is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend York Early College Academy?
611 students attend York Early College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of York Early College Academy students are Black, 25% of students are Asian, 10% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of York Early College Academy?
York Early College Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does York Early College Academy offer ?
York Early College Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is York Early College Academy part of?
York Early College Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #28.
In what neighborhood is York Early College Academy located?
York Early College Academy is located in the Addisleigh Park neighborhood of Jamaica, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Addisleigh Park.
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