South Bronx Literacy Academy serves 91 students in grades 2-4.
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Bronx Literacy Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Bronx Literacy Academy's student population of 91 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
91 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Bronx Literacy Academy is 0.44, 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
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
69%
31%
Black
29%
15%
White
1%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
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?
91 students attend South Bronx Literacy Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of South Bronx Literacy Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Bronx Literacy Academy?
South Bronx Literacy Academy has a student ration of 7:1, 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 2-4
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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