Serving 443 students in grades 5-9, Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-9
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School's student population of 443 students has grown by 147% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 96% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School is 0.35, 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
#1293 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
80%
30%
Black
11%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School's ranking?
Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School is ranked #1293 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School often compared to?
Forte Preparatory Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valence College Preparatory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School?
443 students attend Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School offer ?
Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School part of?
Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School is part of Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School District.
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