Below Average
#3752 of 4,742 schools in NY
Accion Academy
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
977 FOX ST, Bronx, NY 10459
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,752 of 4,742
In Bronx
#322 of 452
public schools
In district
#31 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
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Accion Academy
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About Accion Academy
Accion Academy is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. Accion Academy serves approximately 181 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Accion Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,752 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Accion Academy show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 181 students, Accion Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Accion Academy 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 6.7:1 students to teachers, Accion Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Accion Academy — Students at Accion Academy score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.7/10.
How Accion Academy Compares
See how Accion Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
977 FOX ST, Bronx, NY 10459
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Accion Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EMBLAZE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS (rated 4.1/10), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10459 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,276
Median Home Value
$589,500
Median Rent
$1,285/mo
Population
49,753
College Educated
13.8%
Homeownership
11.8%
Avg Commute
41.3 min
Poverty Rate
33.5%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUFFALO CREEK ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 4.7 |
| CANAJOHARIE MIDDLE SCHOOL Canajoharie, NY | 4.7 |
| FRANKFORT-SCHUYLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Frankfort, NY | 4.7 |
| LAMAD ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 4.7 |
| BRIDGES: A SCHOOL FOR EXPLORATION AND EQUITY Brooklyn, NY | 4.8 |
| EUGENE BROOKS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Amenia, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Accion Academy
What grades does Accion Academy serve?
Accion Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Accion Academy?
Accion Academy has an enrollment of approximately 181 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Accion Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Accion Academy is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Accion Academy rank in NY?
Accion Academy ranks #3,752 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Accion Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Accion Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Accion Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Accion Academy has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Accion Academy a charter school?
No, Accion Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Accion Academy a Title I school?
No, Accion Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Accion Academy?
98.3% of students at Accion Academy 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
- 181
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.5%
- Phone
- (718) 378-1649
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12- District Enrollment
- 17,376
- Schools in District
- 47
- District Rank
- #31 of 46
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