Serving 185 students in grades 6-8, Accion 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 19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: ACCION ACADEMY serves an attendance zone of approximately 2.6 square miles in the Bronx, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school and the furthest edge being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Accion Academy's student population of 185 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
185 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Rankings
Accion Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Accion Academy is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3822 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
82%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Accion Academy's ranking?
Accion Academy is ranked #3822 out of 4,346 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Accion Academy?
185 students attend Accion Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Accion Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Accion Academy?
Accion Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Accion Academy offer ?
Accion Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Accion Academy part of?
Accion Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #12.
In what neighborhood is Accion Academy located?
Accion Academy is located in the Foxhurst neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Foxhurst.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My school is fun && the teachers are good some like mr. Robertson he makes sure we get our work done know matter what he's the social studies/ science teacher ms.luethner is the ELA teacher she strict to get your work done too
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