Serving 1,240 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Yonkers Montessori 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 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yonkers Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Yonkers Montessori Academy's student population of 1,240 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
School Rankings
Yonkers Montessori Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yonkers Montessori Academy is 0.65, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2356 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
50%
30%
Black
12%
16%
White
30%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yonkers Montessori Academy's ranking?
Yonkers Montessori Academy is ranked #2356 out of 4,377 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yonkers Montessori Academy?
The graduation rate of Yonkers Montessori Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Yonkers Montessori Academy?
1,240 students attend Yonkers Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Yonkers Montessori Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yonkers Montessori Academy?
Yonkers Montessori Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Yonkers Montessori Academy offer ?
Yonkers Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Yonkers Montessori Academy part of?
Yonkers Montessori Academy is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Yonkers Montessori Academy located?
Yonkers Montessori Academy is located in the Southeast Yonkers neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Southeast Yonkers.
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