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Cross Hill Academy
Middle School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
160 BOLMER AVE, Yonkers, NY 10703
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
3rd – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,175 of 4,742
In Yonkers
#24 of 41
public schools
In district
#25 of 40
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Cross Hill Academy
Cross Hill Academy is a public middle school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Cross Hill Academy serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cross Hill Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,175 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cross Hill Academy show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cross Hill 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.
48% of students at Cross Hill Academy 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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Cross Hill Academy — Students at Cross Hill Academy score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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: 8.9/10.
How Cross Hill Academy Compares
See how Cross Hill Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
160 BOLMER AVE, Yonkers, NY 10703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cross Hill Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ORCHARD SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARTIN LUTHER KING JR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Hastings On Hudson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOHN A COLEMAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yonkers, see our Yonkers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YONKERS EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.0 mi | 4.0 |
| JOHN A COLEMAN SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| SCHOOL 16 Yonkers | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| WILLIAM BOYCE THOMPSON SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| SCHOOL 22 Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24 Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| GREENBURGH ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| ORCHARD SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| HUDSON VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.0 mi | — |
| ZICCOLELLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 1.1 mi | — |
| MARTIN LUTHER KING JR HIGH SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| ZICCOLELLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 1.1 mi | — |
| GORTON HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SCHOOL 5 Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| MUSEUM SCHOOL 25 Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| HUDSON LAB SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,940
Median Home Value
$477,500
Median Rent
$1,702/mo
Population
22,135
College Educated
26.2%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
42.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cross Hill Academy
What grades does Cross Hill Academy serve?
Cross Hill Academy serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.
How many students attend Cross Hill Academy?
Cross Hill Academy has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cross Hill Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Cross Hill Academy is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cross Hill Academy rank in NY?
Cross Hill Academy ranks #3,175 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cross Hill Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Cross Hill Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Cross Hill Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cross Hill Academy has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cross Hill Academy a charter school?
No, Cross Hill Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cross Hill Academy a Title I school?
No, Cross Hill Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cross Hill Academy?
82.6% of students at Cross Hill 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
- 3rd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 339
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.4%
- Phone
- (914) 376-8300
Resources & Links
District
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 24,339
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,185
- District Rank
- #25 of 40
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