Serving 281 students in grades 6-8, Pelham Academy 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 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pelham Academy of Academics and Community Engagement serves a compact area of approximately 0.9 square miles in the Bronx, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, and the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement's student population of 281 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
281 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement 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 Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement is 0.55, 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
#2545 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement's ranking?
Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement is ranked #2545 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement often compared to?
Pelham Academy 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement?
281 students attend Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement?
Pelham Academy 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 Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement offer ?
Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement part of?
Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement is part of New York City Geographic District #11.
In what neighborhood is Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement located?
Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement is located in the Allerton neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 10 other public schools located in Allerton.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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