Below Average
#3604 of 4,742 schools in NY
Esperanza Preparatory Academy
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4
240 E 109TH ST, New York, NY 10029
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,604 of 4,742
In New York
#280 of 346
public schools
In district
#16 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Esperanza Preparatory Academy
Esperanza Preparatory Academy is a public high school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4. Esperanza Preparatory Academy serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Esperanza Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,604 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Esperanza Preparatory Academy show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 7.6
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Esperanza Preparatory Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Esperanza Preparatory Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
50% of students at Esperanza Preparatory Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Esperanza Preparatory Academy — Students at Esperanza Preparatory Academy score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Esperanza Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Esperanza Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
240 E 109TH ST, New York, NY 10029
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Esperanza Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CENTRAL PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HERITAGE SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,308
Median Home Value
$818,100
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
74,848
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
7%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
30.6%
Median Age
37.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Esperanza Preparatory Academy
What grades does Esperanza Preparatory Academy serve?
Esperanza Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Esperanza Preparatory Academy?
Esperanza Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Esperanza Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Esperanza Preparatory Academy is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Esperanza Preparatory Academy rank in NY?
Esperanza Preparatory Academy ranks #3,604 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Esperanza Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Esperanza Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Esperanza Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Esperanza Preparatory Academy has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Esperanza Preparatory Academy a charter school?
No, Esperanza Preparatory Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Esperanza Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Esperanza Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Esperanza Preparatory Academy?
95.1% of students at Esperanza Preparatory Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 536
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (212) 722-6507
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
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District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4- District Enrollment
- 11,690
- Schools in District
- 29
- District Rank
- #16 of 28
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