Serving 256 students in grades 6-8, Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii's student population of 256 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
Preparing Today's Children to Become Tomorrow's Leaders
School Rankings
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii is 0.44, 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
#2433 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
71%
31%
Black
24%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District #12
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii's ranking?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii is ranked #2433 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii?
256 students attend Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii offer ?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii part of?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii is part of New York City Geographic District #12.
In what neighborhood is Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii located?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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