Yonkers Early Childhood Academy serves 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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-2
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yonkers Early Childhood Academy's student population of 297 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Yonkers Early Childhood Academy is 0.57, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
61%
31%
Black
24%
15%
White
7%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)92.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Yonkers Early Childhood Academy often compared to?
Yonkers Early Childhood Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cross Hill Academy, William Boyce Thompson School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Yonkers Early Childhood Academy?
297 students attend Yonkers Early Childhood Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Yonkers Early Childhood Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yonkers Early Childhood Academy?
Yonkers Early Childhood Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Yonkers Early Childhood Academy offer ?
Yonkers Early Childhood Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Yonkers Early Childhood Academy part of?
Yonkers Early Childhood Academy is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Yonkers Early Childhood Academy located?
Yonkers Early Childhood Academy is located in the Northwest Yonkers neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Northwest Yonkers.
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