Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ella Fitzgerald 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 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ella Fitzgerald Academy's student population of 470 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Ella Fitzgerald 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 Ella Fitzgerald Academy is 0.39, 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
#3546 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
77%
31%
Black
15%
15%
White
3%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ella Fitzgerald Academy's ranking?
Ella Fitzgerald Academy is ranked #3546 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ella Fitzgerald Academy?
470 students attend Ella Fitzgerald Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Ella Fitzgerald Academy students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ella Fitzgerald Academy?
Ella Fitzgerald Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ella Fitzgerald Academy offer ?
Ella Fitzgerald Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ella Fitzgerald Academy part of?
Ella Fitzgerald Academy is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Ella Fitzgerald Academy located?
Ella Fitzgerald Academy is located in the Park Hill neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Park Hill.
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