Serving 167 students in grades 6-8, Waterside School For Leadership 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 95% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterside School For Leadership ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
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Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Waterside School For Leadership's student population of 167 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waterside School For Leadership 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 Waterside School For Leadership is 0.57, 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
#2462 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
36%
30%
Black
55%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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 Waterside School For Leadership's ranking?
Waterside School For Leadership is ranked #2462 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Waterside School For Leadership often compared to?
Waterside School For Leadershipis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Of Medical Technology - A College Board School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Waterside School For Leadership?
167 students attend Waterside School For Leadership.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Waterside School For Leadership students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterside School For Leadership?
Waterside School For Leadership has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waterside School For Leadership offer ?
Waterside School For Leadership offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterside School For Leadership part of?
Waterside School For Leadership is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
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