Serving 263 students in grades 6-8, Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi 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 21% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi 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
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi's student population of 263 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi 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 Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi is 0.55, 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
#2518 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
56%
30%
Black
38%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi's ranking?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi is ranked #2518 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi often compared to?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Viis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Of Medical Technology - A College Board School, Channel View School For Research by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi?
263 students attend Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% 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 Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi offer ?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi part of?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Vi is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
School Reviews
5 3/24/2020
One of the best school in New York. Everyone would hope to hope their kids in such a school. Education and discipline code are the best and kids act professionally and very respectful.
5 11/25/2016
I like the school because they have a routine and fix rule for all. If anything happens they make sure they take care of the problem right away and call all parents to inform them of the issue.
5 12/6/2011
The school is terrible because you can't even wear ear rings and girls look like boys in skirts.
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