Serving 230 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership 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 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership 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
Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership's student population of 230 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
230 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership 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 Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership is 0.48, 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
#3065 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
67%
31%
Black
27%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership's ranking?
Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership is ranked #3065 out of 4,346 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership?
230 students attend Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership?
Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership offer ?
Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership part of?
Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership is part of New York City Geographic District #12.
In what neighborhood is Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership located?
Middle School 129 Academy For Independent Learning And Leadership is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great school!! Great principal and staff.
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