Phoenix Academy serves 146 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment was 91% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
146 students
Total Classroom Teachers (01-02)
13 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
29%
30%
Black
60%
16%
White
9%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (01-02)
86%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Chancellor's Office School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Phoenix Academy?
146 students attend Phoenix Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Phoenix Academy students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Phoenix Academy offer ?
Phoenix Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Phoenix Academy part of?
Phoenix Academy is part of New York City Chancellor's Office School District.
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