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Scholars' Academy

Public | 6-12 | 1062 students

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4 stars

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Posted August 26, 2008

I have two children attending this school and could not be happier. They are each very different types of students and this school has brought out the best in both of them. My oldest will be starting the HS this year and after researching many other possibilities I feel confident that she made the right choice to stay here for HS. The school is challenging, well rounded, creative, safe and nurturing. Also, the administration is very open to listening to the concerns of the parents and I feel that parents are able to participate to help their children be more successful. We are thrilled to be here!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 13, 2008

I am a current student and I think our school is great. I actually miss all of my friends and teachers during the summer. Anyone who thinks it's not a great school, either didn't do their work and failed, or just wants to go to a typical school in NYC. I feel safe, don't have to worry about what I wear in the morning to be popular and don't feel bad that my parents can't buy me stuff that rich kids have. I have great friends and I am learning more than most kids in other schools. There aren't any schools like this one in the whole city. Holla' Scholars'!
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 19, 2008

I am an ex-student and I felt that for an excellerated school, Scholars' Academy fell short. I honestly felt like I wasn't challenged enough which didn't let me truly enjoy what I was learning. Plus, the principal didn't treat us like adults but like children since we had to be escorted to every class like we were in elementary school. Only eigth graders are allowed to walk by themselves. Jewelery and other valubles were constantly confiscated and the extra curricular wasn't at its best. I think that this school needs a complete make over and fix what its doing wrong.


Posted March 19, 2008

Scholars Academy is a really great middle school! It has a very good program! The principal is great!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 14, 2008

Great School! Great Principal and Teachers. A lot of support from staff to students. My son started since they open the Scholars Academy and now is in 9th grade. He loves his school. Good security and a lot of discipline and respect in every way. Highly recommend.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 15, 2007

I love the Scholars Academy and their curriculum.
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 26, 2007

This is the best school in the world! My son goes to the Scholars Academy and the school is excellent! My son is always saying that he cant wait to go to school every day. I try to be involved in my son's education and I just find it amazing at what he is learning. I'm also amazed at how many extra-curricular activities they have. Also, this school is the second best school in New York City! I am so glad that my son goes to this school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 22, 2007

The school has tremendous potential, and must ensure the quality of instruction. Some teachers are wonderful, some are very below average. This is the only problem with the school so far.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 8, 2007

I think this school is amazing. This is my second year at this school and I love it so much. I think all the teachers are wonderful and very helpful and the staff is really nice. If you are thinking about sending your child to this school I really think you should.
—Submitted by a student


Posted May 29, 2007

I think the teachers in the Scholars Academy are wonderful and they know how to deal with adolescents. Not every school can do that. The teachers seem to have a passion for what they are doing and are genuinely interested in your child They learn a great deal there, more then the regular middle schools.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 8, 2006

My daughter is in her first year at Scholars and is truly excelling academically and socially. I have been greatly impressed with all of her teachers & their methods. I would recommend Scholars to anyone who has an ambitious middle school age child.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 29, 2006

this school is great the principal can know every child my son told me he play football wiht the kids, the teacher are great if your child can go to this school your will so greatful
—Submitted by guatemitas barrera, a parent


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.

253 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
99%
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

253 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
99%
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.

194 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
97%
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

194 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
100%
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.

193 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
95%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

193 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
99%
Science

The state average for Science was 69% in 2011.

184 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
99%
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

Algebra 2/Trigonometry

The state average for Algebra 2/Trigonometry was 64% in 2011.

113 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%
Chemistry

The state average for Chemistry was 78% in 2011.

89 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%
Earth Science

The state average for Earth Science was 72% in 2011.

186 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%
English

The state average for English was 85% in 2011.

116 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%
French

The state average for French was 95% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 75% in 2011.

135 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%
Global History and Geography

The state average for Global History and Geography was 70% in 2011.

103 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
99%
Integrated Algebra

The state average for Integrated Algebra was 73% in 2011.

190 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%
Italian

The state average for Italian was 98% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Living Environment

The state average for Living Environment was 81% in 2011.

260 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
100%
Physics

The state average for Physics was 79% in 2011.

83 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
87%
Spanish

The state average for Spanish was 94% in 2011.

91 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%
U.S. History and Government

The state average for U.S. History and Government was 80% in 2011.

115 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2010-2011 New York used the New York State Regents Examinations to test high school students in english language arts, math, global history and geography, US history and government, living environment, chemistry, earth science, physics and several foreign languages. The results for english language arts, math, living environment, chemistry, earth science, physics, global history and geography, US history and government, french, italian, and spanish are displayed in GreatSchools profiles. Students must take at least five Regents Exams in order to graduate. Scores of 65 and above are passing; scores of 55 and above earn credit toward a local diploma (with the approval of the local board of education). The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

Algebra 2/Trigonometry

All Students91%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population91%

Chemistry

All Students89%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population89%

Earth Science

All Students97%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population97%

English

All Students98%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population98%

French

All Studentsn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Geometry

All Students92%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population92%

Global History and Geography

All Students99%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population99%

Integrated Algebra

All Students97%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population97%

Italian

All Studentsn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Living Environment

All Students100%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Physics

All Students87%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population87%

Spanish

All Students92%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population92%

U.S. History and Government

All Students98%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population98%
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2010-2011 New York used the New York State Regents Examinations to test high school students in english language arts, math, global history and geography, US history and government, living environment, chemistry, earth science, physics and several foreign languages. The results for english language arts, math, living environment, chemistry, earth science, physics, global history and geography, US history and government, french, italian, and spanish are displayed in GreatSchools profiles. Students must take at least five Regents Exams in order to graduate. Scores of 65 and above are passing; scores of 55 and above earn credit toward a local diploma (with the approval of the local board of education). The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the New York Department of Education. If there are fewer than 5 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

In 2009-2010, this school was given a grade of "A" 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

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

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
White 50% 51%
Asian/Pacific Islander 20% 8%
Black 17% 19%
Hispanic 13% 21%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 39%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 0%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 21N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 35%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 12%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 0%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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320 Beach 104th St
Rockaway Park, NY 11694
Phone: (718) 474-6918

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