Middle Schools in Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School

Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School is the sole middle school located in Elmhurst, New York, serving grades 5-10 with an enrollment of 443 students. This charter school has consistently ranked in the top 15-25% of New York middle schools over the past 3 years, earning a 5-star rating from School Digger.

Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School stands out for its exceptional academic performance, with proficiency rates on New York state assessments generally higher than the statewide averages, particularly in math and English language arts. The school's students also outperform the state average on several Regents exams, including Algebra II, Global History, and Living Environment. Despite serving a high-needs population, with 87.13% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, the school is able to achieve these exceptional results.

While the school's chronic absenteeism rate of 31.5% is relatively high, and its student-teacher ratio of 443:1 is quite high, the overall performance of Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School suggests it may be a model for other schools serving similar demographics. The school's consistent ranking and test score performance indicate it is a standout middle school in the area.