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Knowledge and Power Prep Academy IV

Public | 6-8 | 192 students

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5 stars

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Posted January 17, 2013

This is a HORRIBLE school. There are fights at this school multiple times daily. The kids are OUT OF CONTROL. There are no consequences to the kids' behavior. Kids get bullied. Its a terrible school.


Posted August 19, 2012

Great School the Administrative Staff excellent; great communication with parents. Great extra curriculum activities i.e. debate team, wrestling etc.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 27, 2009

I love it because the kids are very friendly and im getting good grades
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 28, 2009

i just graduated from kappa 4 last year and i must say that i miss it so much! i used to be so unorganized and i didn't really have high expectations for myself until i came here... it was hard at first because iw as in sixth grade then and i didn't know anybody but from the first day to the last day of my years there, i felt like they were my family! i love kappa 4!


Posted June 3, 2009

I am a student in Kappa iv and I must say that this school has done me nothing but wonders. I am an eighth grader graduating and I honestly don't want ot leave them. They make you feel like a part of the family. They really care about you and work hard to make sure you suceed. The students arre great too. No one really bothers you. The stuents are nice. Like any other school there are problems with students, but 99% of the time they never get out of hand. Kappa is a good school and i love itto death.
—Submitted by a student


Posted August 29, 2008

My son got accepted to Kappa IV in September '07 (the start of 6th grade) So far, it has been a wonderful experience for both of us. The teachers are great. On the first day of class each teacher sent home a full page letter which included their expectations and what the scholars (that's what they call the students) would be learning & achieving that year along with all of their contact information....home phone, cell phone, & email. The classes were small and the teachers and administrative staff always seem to go above and beyond to help whenever possible. Most of the teachers were young and vibrant and eager to teach. Although it is a full day Mon-Fri 7:30 - 4:30 pm, this never bothered my son because he seems to be having such a good time at school. Also lots of after school activities..soccer, football, music
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 31, 2007

Teachers and parents truly work together to make sure your child does his/her best. It is not just talk, it is action taken on by all parties: student, teacher and parents. If you are looking for a school where you are involved in your childs education-Kappa IV is what you need!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 9, 2006

I would rate this school the highest score here because I think this school prepares the children for bad things that happens in life.
—Submitted by a student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

46 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
22%

2011

 
 
14%
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

46 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
17%

2011

 
 
50%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 52% in 2012.

57 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
28%

2011

 
 
31%
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

57 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
30%

2011

 
 
50%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 50% in 2012.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
40%

2011

 
 
29%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
58%

2011

 
 
61%
Science

The state average for Science was 69% in 2011.

86 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
53%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

In 2009-2010, this school was given a grade of "B" for the middle school level.

About the tests


Progress Report Grades measure the school's contribution to student learning in three areas: School Environment, Student Performance and Student Progress. Schools can receive additional credit for achieving exemplary performance progress among high-needs students. Progress Report Grades range from A to F.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York City Department of Education

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 54% 21%
Black 44% 19%
White 1% 51%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander 0% 8%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 86%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 8%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 52%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 5%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 11%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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6 Edgecombe Ave
New York, NY 10030
Phone: (212) 690-4963

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