School Overview
The Preparatory Academy for Writers (located at 143-10 Springfield Blvd in Springfield Gardens, Queens) is a public secondary school that operates with a specialized focus on literacy, critical thinking, and college readiness. As a "College Board School," the institution is specifically designed to integrate the rigorous academic standards of the College Board (the organization behind the SAT and Advanced Placement programs) into its daily curriculum. This partnership is intended to ensure that students, regardless of their background, are equipped with the foundational skills necessary to succeed in higher education and professional environments.

The school’s pedagogical approach centers on the "writing across the curriculum" philosophy, which encourages students to use writing as a primary tool for learning and expressing ideas in all subjects, not just English. By fostering a culture of inquiry and effective communication, the academy aims to prepare its student body for the demands of university-level coursework. Located in the Springfield Gardens community, the school serves as a localized hub for academic development, emphasizing structured support systems and a clear pathway toward college enrollment for its diverse student population.
521
Total Students
43.2
Full-Time Teachers
12.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
69.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PREPARATORY ACADEMY FOR WRITERS: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White3
Hispanic109
Black380
Asian16
Two or More2
American Indian7
Pacific Islander4
  • Black
    380 (72.9%)
  • Hispanic
    109 (20.9%)
  • Asian
    16 (3.1%)
  • American Indian
    7 (1.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.8%)
  • White
    3 (0.6%)
  • Two or More
    2 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
Phone: (718)949-8405
Website: http://www.preparatoryacademyforwriters.com
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 521
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 43.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 358
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 4
Grades Taught
Grade 6 62
Grade 7 50
Grade 8 65
Grade 9 65
Grade 10 92
Grade 11 88
Grade 12 99

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PREPARATORY ACADEMY FOR WRITERS: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 662
Grade 750
Grade 865
Grade 965
Grade 1092
Grade 1188
Grade 1299
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PREPARATORY ACADEMY FOR WRITERS: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26550.9%
Male25649.1%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)