Serving 455 students in grades 9-12, Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers 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 20-29% (which is lower 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 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 40-44% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers's student population of 455 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers 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 Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers is 0.46, 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
#3049 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
71%
30%
Black
19%
15%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-44%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers's ranking?
Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers is ranked #3049 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% 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 Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers?
The graduation rate of Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers is 40-44%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers?
455 students attend Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers?
Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers offer ?
Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers part of?
Liberty High School Academy For Newcomers is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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