South Bronx Literacy Academy serves 66 students in grades 2-3.
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower 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 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
66 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Bronx Literacy Academy is 0.47, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
67%
30%
Black
29%
15%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend South Bronx Literacy Academy?
66 students attend South Bronx Literacy Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of South Bronx Literacy Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Bronx Literacy Academy?
South Bronx Literacy Academy has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Bronx Literacy Academy offer ?
South Bronx Literacy Academy offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is South Bronx Literacy Academy part of?
South Bronx Literacy Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 7.
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