Average
#2192 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 46% in state
Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
120 E 184TH ST, Bronx, NY 10468
Enrollment
733
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
733
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,192 of 4,742
In Bronx
#134 of 452
public schools
In district
#26 of 83
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence
Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10. Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence serves approximately 733 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,192 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
45% of students at Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence — Students at Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence Compares
See how Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
120 E 184TH ST, Bronx, NY 10468
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JONAS BRONCK ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CRESTON ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ANGELO PATRI MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) (rated 5.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 33 TIMOTHY DWIGHT Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 9 RYER AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| KIPP FREEDOM CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 209 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CITIZENSHIP Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| CRESTON ACADEMY Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 85 GREAT EXPECTATIONS Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| IS 206 ANN MERSEREAU Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| ANGELO PATRI MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| THEATRE ARTS PRODUCTION COMPANY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 91 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| PS 163 ARTHUR A SCHOMBERG Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 246 POE CENTER Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 159 LUIS MUMOZ MARIN BILING Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 23 NEW CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| JONAS BRONCK ACADEMY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| HOPE ACADEMY OF THE BRONX Bronx | 0.5 mi | — |
| PS 291 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10468 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,624
Median Home Value
$259,400
Median Rent
$1,594/mo
Population
79,825
College Educated
15.6%
Homeownership
8.5%
Avg Commute
46.3 min
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| INDIAN RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Philadelphia, NY | 6.4 |
| JEAN NUZZI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Queens Village, NY | 6.4 |
| JHS 118 WILLIAM W NILES Bronx, NY | 6.4 |
| JHS 78 ROY H MANN Brooklyn, NY | 6.4 |
| LISHA KILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Albany, NY | 6.4 |
| MILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Williamsville, NY | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence
What grades does Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence serve?
Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence?
Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence has an enrollment of approximately 733 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence rank in NY?
Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence ranks #2,192 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence's MySchoolScout rating?
Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence a charter school?
No, Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence a Title I school?
No, Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence?
94.5% of students at Academy for Personal Leadership and Excellence qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 733
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.5%
- Phone
- (718) 220-3139
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10- District Enrollment
- 43,655
- Schools in District
- 83
- District Rank
- #26 of 83
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