Serving 285 students in grades 6-8, Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement 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 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement's student population of 285 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement 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 Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement is 0.51, 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
#2482 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
67%
30%
Black
13%
16%
White
15%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement's ranking?
Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement is ranked #2482 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement often compared to?
Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagementis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Green Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement?
285 students attend Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement?
Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement offer ?
Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement part of?
Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement located?
Pelham Academy Of Academics And Community Engagement is located in the Allerton neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 10 other public schools located in Allerton.
School Reviews
5 9/1/2015
This is a great school I love the staff they are very caring and supportive. They are involved in keeping the children in a firm and great path to better their future through their education.
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