Greenburgh Academy serves 136 students in grades 8-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenburgh Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Greenburgh Academy's student population of 136 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
136 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
The diversity score of Greenburgh Academy is 0.58, 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
7:1
11:1
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
51%
31%
Black
40%
15%
White
6%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Greenburgh Academy?
136 students attend Greenburgh Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Greenburgh Academy students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenburgh Academy?
Greenburgh Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Greenburgh Academy offer ?
Greenburgh Academy offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenburgh Academy part of?
Greenburgh Academy is part of Greenburgh-North Castle Union Free School District.
In what neighborhood is Greenburgh Academy located?
Greenburgh 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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