Serving 213 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Young Leaders Elementary School 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Young Leaders Elementary School serves an attendance zone in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 2.6 square miles. Most students live within a 1-mile radius, with the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away, typically resulting in a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Young Leaders Elementary School's student population of 213 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
213 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Young Leaders Elementary School 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 Young Leaders Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#3454 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
78%
31%
Black
16%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Young Leaders Elementary School's ranking?
Young Leaders Elementary School is ranked #3454 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Young Leaders Elementary School often compared to?
Young Leaders Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ps/is 224 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Young Leaders Elementary School?
213 students attend Young Leaders Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Young Leaders Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Young Leaders Elementary School?
Young Leaders Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Young Leaders Elementary School offer ?
Young Leaders Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Young Leaders Elementary School part of?
Young Leaders Elementary School is part of New York City Geographic District # 7.
In what neighborhood is Young Leaders Elementary School located?
Young Leaders Elementary School is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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