Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Longwood Academy Of Discovery 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 5% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longwood Academy Of Discovery ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Longwood Academy Of Discovery's student population of 493 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Longwood Academy Of Discovery ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longwood Academy Of Discovery is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4351 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
73%
30%
Black
24%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longwood Academy Of Discovery's ranking?
Longwood Academy Of Discovery is ranked #4351 out of 4,377 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Longwood Academy Of Discovery?
493 students attend Longwood Academy Of Discovery.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Longwood Academy Of Discovery students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Longwood Academy Of Discovery?
Longwood Academy Of Discovery has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Longwood Academy Of Discovery offer ?
Longwood Academy Of Discovery offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Longwood Academy Of Discovery part of?
Longwood Academy Of Discovery is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is Longwood Academy Of Discovery located?
Longwood Academy Of Discovery is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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