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#3192 of 4,742 schools in NY
Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
2055 MAPES AVE, Bronx, NY 10460
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,192 of 4,742
In Bronx
#254 of 452
public schools
In district
#21 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
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About Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III
Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,192 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III 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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Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III — Students at Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 5.6/10.
How Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III Compares
See how Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2055 MAPES AVE, Bronx, NY 10460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JHS 118 WILLIAM W NILES (rated 6.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MS 129 ACADEMY FOR INDEPENDENT LEARNING AND LEADERSHIP (rated 5.7/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, IS 318 MATH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY THROUGH ARTS (rated 4.2/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,067
Median Home Value
$589,300
Median Rent
$1,332/mo
Population
61,101
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
10.7%
Avg Commute
47 min
Poverty Rate
33.9%
Median Age
34.4
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| GREENE MIDDLE SCHOOL Greene, NY | 5.4 |
| IS 192 LINDEN (THE) Saint Albans, NY | 5.4 |
| IS 303 LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE Bronx, NY | 5.4 |
| IS 349 MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn, NY | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III
What grades does Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III serve?
Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III?
Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III?
The student-teacher ratio at Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III rank in NY?
Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III ranks #3,192 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III's MySchoolScout rating?
Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III a charter school?
No, Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III a Title I school?
No, Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III?
94.4% of students at Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy III qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 251
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.0%
- Phone
- (718) 561-3580
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12- District Enrollment
- 17,376
- Schools in District
- 47
- District Rank
- #21 of 46
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