Humanities Preparatory Academy is an American public high school, located in the Chelsea district of Manhattan, New York City. The school sends over 99% of its students to four-year universities and private schools. Founded as a program in Bayard Rustin High School, it became a school in 1997.
Serving 261 students in grades 9-12, Humanities Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Humanities Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Humanities Preparatory Academy's student population of 261 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1997
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
School Rankings
Humanities Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Humanities Preparatory Academy is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2030 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
55%
31%
Black
14%
15%
White
17%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District # 2
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Humanities Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Humanities Preparatory Academy is ranked #2030 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Humanities Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Humanities Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hudson High School Of Learning Technologies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Humanities Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Humanities Preparatory Academy is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Humanities Preparatory Academy?
261 students attend Humanities Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Humanities Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Humanities Preparatory Academy?
Humanities Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Humanities Preparatory Academy offer ?
Humanities Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Humanities Preparatory Academy part of?
Humanities Preparatory Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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