Cross Hill Academy

160 Bolmer Ave
Yonkers, NY 10703
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Bottom 50%
Serving 349 students in grades 3-8, Cross Hill Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 3-8
  • Enrollment: 349 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Cross Hill Academy's student population of 349 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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School Rankings

Cross Hill Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cross Hill Academy is 0.58, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#4056 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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12%
46%
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26%
49%
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45-49%
78%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
4%
10%
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Hispanic
58%
29%
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Black
29%
16%
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White
5%
40%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.58
This chart displays the diversity score of Cross Hill Academy and the public school average diversity score of New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cross Hill Academy's ranking?
Cross Hill Academy is ranked #4056 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cross Hill Academy often compared to?
Cross Hill Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Yonkers Early Childhood Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cross Hill Academy?
349 students attend Cross Hill Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Cross Hill Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cross Hill Academy?
Cross Hill Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cross Hill Academy offer ?
Cross Hill Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cross Hill Academy part of?
Cross Hill Academy is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Cross Hill Academy located?
Cross Hill Academy is located in the Northwest Yonkers neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Northwest Yonkers.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 3-8
  • Enrollment: 349 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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