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#2307 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 49% in state
Veritas Academy
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
35-01 UNION ST, Flushing, NY 11354
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,307 of 4,742
In Flushing
#35 of 45
public schools
In district
#37 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Veritas Academy
Veritas Academy is a public high school in Flushing, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. Veritas Academy serves approximately 602 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Veritas Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,307 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Veritas Academy show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Veritas 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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Veritas Academy — Students at Veritas Academy score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 12 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: 5.1/10.
How Veritas Academy Compares
See how Veritas 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
35-01 UNION ST, Flushing, NY 11354
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Veritas Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES (rated 7.0/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FLUSHING INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FLUSHING HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES Flushing | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| FLUSHING HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| QUEENS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 214 CADWALLADER COLDEN Flushing | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| THE WINDSOR SCHOOL Flushing | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 242 LEONARD P STAVISKY EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Flushing | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 20 JOHN BOWNE Flushing | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| SHIELD INSTITUTE OF FLUSHING Flushing | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| JHS 189 DANIEL CARTER BEARD Flushing | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| FLUSHING INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| ACTIVE LEARNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) Flushing | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| THE LEARNING TREE STEM-ARTS SCHOOL Flushing | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 21 EDWARD HART Flushing | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| THE LOWELL SCHOOL Whitestone | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER Flushing | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Flushing | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| FLUSHING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flushing | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| MUSLIM CENTER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| PS 24 ANDREW JACKSON Flushing | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 22 THOMAS JEFFERSON Flushing | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11354 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,833
Median Home Value
$521,000
Median Rent
$1,766/mo
Population
52,325
College Educated
32.9%
Homeownership
40.6%
Avg Commute
39.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
48.1
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| JOHN V LINDSAY WILDCAT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 6.3 |
| JOSEPH C WILSON MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 6.3 |
| LAFAYETTE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 6.3 |
| QUEENS COLLEGIATE - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Veritas Academy
What grades does Veritas Academy serve?
Veritas Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Veritas Academy?
Veritas Academy has an enrollment of approximately 602 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Veritas Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Veritas Academy is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Veritas Academy rank in NY?
Veritas Academy ranks #2,307 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Veritas Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Veritas Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Veritas Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Veritas Academy has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021).
Is Veritas Academy a charter school?
No, Veritas Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Veritas Academy a Title I school?
No, Veritas Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Veritas Academy?
81.1% of students at Veritas 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 602
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.2%
- Phone
- (718) 888-7530
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25- District Enrollment
- 34,702
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #37 of 46
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