KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY VI

KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY VI is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27 school district, located in FAR ROCKAWAY, NY with about 265 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY VI has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY VI (often referred to as Kappa VI) is a public middle school located in the Far Rockaway neighborhood of Queens, New York. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s district system. The institution is designed to provide a rigorous academic environment that emphasizes college readiness, critical thinking, and the development of strong character, aiming to equip students with the foundational skills necessary for success in high-performing high schools and beyond.

The school is noted for its structured, community-focused approach to education. By fostering a culture of high expectations, Kappa VI encourages students to take an active role in their learning process while receiving support from a dedicated staff. Located in a historically underserved area, the academy serves as an essential educational hub for the Far Rockaway community, striving to bridge achievement gaps and provide equitable opportunities for its diverse student body through a curriculum that balances traditional academics with personal development.

For more information, contact KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY VI at (718) 471-6934 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8-21 BAY 25TH ST
FAR ROCKAWAY, NY 11691
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KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY VI is a public Title I school in FAR ROCKAWAY, NY with about 265 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
265
Teachers:
16
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 265 students

Black or African American
50.2%
Hispanic/Latino
42.6%
Asian
3.4%
White
2.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
50.9%
Male
49.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.