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240 E 172nd St
Bronx, NY 10457
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Rating
:
8/
10
Top 30%
Tel: (718) 410-4242
Serving 332 students in grades 9-12,Dreamyard Preparatory School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
Graduation Rate
: 70-79% (Btm 50% in NY)Overall Testing Rank
: Top 30%Math Proficiency
: 70-79% (Top 30%)Reading Proficiency
: 70-79% (Top 30%)- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dreamyard Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 5%)
School Overview
Dreamyard Preparatory School's student population of 332 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dreamyard Preparatory School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dreamyard Preparatory School is 0.47, 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.
Definition of Terms
This School
State Level (NY)
Overall Testing Rank
#1040 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
67%
29%
Black
30%
16%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Diversity Score
0.47
0.72
Graduation Rate
70-79%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District # 9 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dreamyard Preparatory School's ranking?
Dreamyard Preparatory School is ranked #1040 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dreamyard Preparatory School?
The graduation rate of Dreamyard Preparatory School is 70-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Dreamyard Preparatory School?
332 students attend Dreamyard Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Dreamyard Preparatory School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dreamyard Preparatory School?
Dreamyard Preparatory School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dreamyard Preparatory School offer ?
Dreamyard Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dreamyard Preparatory School part of?
Dreamyard Preparatory School is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is Dreamyard Preparatory School located?
Dreamyard Preparatory School is located in the Claremont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Claremont.
Nearby Public Schools
The nearest high school to Dreamyard Preparatory School is Bronx Collegiate Academy (0.0 miles away)
The nearest middle school and elementary school is Bronx High School For Medical Science (0.0 miles away)
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School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Bronx Collegiate Academy
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
Grades: 9-12 | 402 students - miles 240 E 172nd St
Bronx, NY 10457
(718) 410-4077
-
9-12
402
Bronx High School For Medical Science
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
Grades: 6-12 | 491 students - miles 240 E 172nd St
Bronx, NY 10457
(718) 410-4040
-
6-12
491
Bronx High School Of Business
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
Grades: 9-12 | 350 students - miles 240 E 172nd St
Bronx, NY 10457
(718) 410-4060
-
9-12
350
Claremont International High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Grades: 9-12 | 322 students 0.1 miles 240 E 172nd St
Bronx, NY 10457
(718) 410-4001
0.1
9-12
322
New Directions Secondary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Grades: 9-12 | 119 students 0.1 miles 240 E 172nd St
Bronx, NY 10457
(718) 410-4343
0.1
9-12
119
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Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
Graduation Rate
: 70-79% (Btm 50%)Overall Testing Rank
: Top 30%Math Proficiency
: 70-79% (Top 30%)Reading Proficiency
: 70-79% (Top 30%)- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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