VILLAGE ACADEMY

VILLAGE ACADEMY 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 357 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 28 teachers, VILLAGE ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

VILLAGE ACADEMY, located at 10-45 Nameoke St in Far Rockaway, New York, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 12. As a member of the New York City Department of Education, the school is designed to provide a rigorous academic environment that emphasizes college and career readiness. It is known for its focus on cultivating a supportive, community-oriented atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and personal responsibility through a structured and challenging curriculum.

In addition to its standard academic offerings, VILLAGE ACADEMY places a strong emphasis on character development and student engagement. The school leverages its small-school setting to foster close relationships between students and faculty, ensuring that individual academic needs are addressed. By prioritizing both intellectual growth and social-emotional learning, the school aims to prepare its graduates for success in higher education and the competitive professional landscape, while maintaining deep ties to the Far Rockaway community.

For more information, contact VILLAGE ACADEMY at (718) 471-6042 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.