Serving 420 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mount Eden Children's 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Eden Children's Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mount Eden Children's Academy's student population of 420 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mount Eden Children's 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 Mount Eden Children's Academy is 0.31, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2833 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
81%
30%
Black
18%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Eden Children's Academy's ranking?
Mount Eden Children's Academy is ranked #2833 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Mount Eden Children's Academy?
420 students attend Mount Eden Children's Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mount Eden Children's Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mount Eden Children's Academy?
Mount Eden Children's Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mount Eden Children's Academy offer ?
Mount Eden Children's Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Eden Children's Academy part of?
Mount Eden Children's Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is Mount Eden Children's Academy located?
Mount Eden Children's Academy is located in the Mount Eden neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Mount Eden.
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