Serving 275 students in grades 6-8, Pelham Of Academics And Community Engagement 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 40% (which is lower than the New York state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Math Proficiency: 40%
- Reading Proficiency: 43%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pelham Of Academics And Community Engagement ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pelham Of Academics And Community Engagement's student population of 275 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pelham Of Academics And Community Engagement is 0.57, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)43%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
62%
29%
Black
15%
16%
White
13%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Pelham Of Academics And Community Engagement often compared to?
Pelham Of Academics And Community Engagementis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Green Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% NY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Pelham Of Academics And Community Engagement?
275 students attend Pelham Of Academics And Community Engagement.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Pelham Of Academics And Community Engagement students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pelham Of Academics And Community Engagement?
Pelham Of Academics And Community Engagement has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pelham Of Academics And Community Engagement offer ?
Pelham Of Academics And Community Engagement offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pelham Of Academics And Community Engagement part of?
Pelham Of Academics And Community Engagement is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
School Reviews
5 9/1/2015
This is a great school I love the staff they are very caring and supportive. They are involved in keeping the children in a firm and great path to better their future through their education.
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