Bronx Debate Academy serves 130 students in grades 6.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to 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: 6
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bronx Debate Academy's student population of 130 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
130 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bronx Debate Academy is 0.36, 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
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
78%
31%
Black
18%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Bronx Debate Academy?
130 students attend Bronx Debate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bronx Debate Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx Debate Academy?
Bronx Debate Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Debate Academy offer ?
Bronx Debate Academy offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Bronx Debate Academy part of?
Bronx Debate Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
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