Serving 568 students in grades 9-12, Civic Leadership 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Civic Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Civic Leadership Academy's student population of 568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Civic Leadership 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 Civic Leadership Academy is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1480 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
80%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Civic Leadership Academy's ranking?
Civic Leadership Academy is ranked #1480 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Civic Leadership Academy often compared to?
Civic Leadership Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pan American International High School, Newtown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Civic Leadership Academy?
The graduation rate of Civic Leadership Academy is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Civic Leadership Academy?
568 students attend Civic Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Civic Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Civic Leadership Academy?
Civic Leadership Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Civic Leadership Academy offer ?
Civic Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Civic Leadership Academy part of?
Civic Leadership Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #24 School District.
In what neighborhood is Civic Leadership Academy located?
Civic Leadership Academy is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Elmhurst, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Flushing.
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