Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mount Vernon Leadership Academy 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 34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount Vernon Leadership Academy's student population of 381 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Mount Vernon Leadership Academy 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 Mount Vernon Leadership Academy is 0.58, 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
#3211 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
52%
30%
Black
39%
15%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
4%
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 Mount Vernon Leadership Academy's ranking?
Mount Vernon Leadership Academy is ranked #3211 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mount Vernon Leadership Academy often compared to?
Mount Vernon Leadership Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Denzel Washington School-arts, Mount Vernon Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Mount Vernon Leadership Academy?
381 students attend Mount Vernon Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mount Vernon Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Vernon Leadership Academy?
Mount Vernon Leadership Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mount Vernon Leadership Academy offer ?
Mount Vernon Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mount Vernon Leadership Academy part of?
Mount Vernon Leadership Academy is part of Mount Vernon School District.
In what neighborhood is Mount Vernon Leadership Academy located?
Mount Vernon Leadership Academy is located in the North Side neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in North Side.
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