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#3524 of 4,742 schools in NY
Ella Fitzgerald Academy
Elementary School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
77 PARK HILL AVE, Yonkers, NY 10701
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,524 of 4,742
In Yonkers
#30 of 41
public schools
In district
#31 of 40
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Ella Fitzgerald Academy
Ella Fitzgerald Academy is a public elementary school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ella Fitzgerald Academy serves approximately 458 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Ella Fitzgerald Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,524 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Ella Fitzgerald Academy show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Ella Fitzgerald 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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Ella Fitzgerald Academy — Students at Ella Fitzgerald Academy score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.3%
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: 5.9/10.
How Ella Fitzgerald Academy Compares
See how Ella Fitzgerald Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
77 PARK HILL AVE, Yonkers, NY 10701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ella Fitzgerald Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PEARLS HAWTHORNE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI SCHOOL 27 (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yonkers, see our Yonkers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ENRICO FERMI SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Yonkers | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| CESAR E CHAVEZ SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| SCHOOL 23 Yonkers | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| YONKERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| YONKERS HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| OAKVIEW PREP SCHOOL OF SDA Yonkers | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| ANDALUSIA SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.5 mi | — |
| MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| PEARLS HAWTHORNE SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| WESTCHESTER SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| LAS HERMANAS MIRABAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL 27 Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| SCHOOL 9 Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| THE BIONDI SCHOOL/RISING GROUND INC Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,310
Median Home Value
$412,900
Median Rent
$1,694/mo
Population
70,054
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
27.8%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADOLPH SCHREIBER HEBREW ACADEMY New City, NY | 5.1 |
| ARCHER STREET SCHOOL Freeport, NY | 5.1 |
| ATTICA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Attica, NY | 5.1 |
| BENTON HALL ACADEMY Little Falls, NY | 5.1 |
| CHARLES A UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 5.1 |
| CHERRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ella Fitzgerald Academy
What grades does Ella Fitzgerald Academy serve?
Ella Fitzgerald Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ella Fitzgerald Academy?
Ella Fitzgerald Academy has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ella Fitzgerald Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Ella Fitzgerald Academy is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ella Fitzgerald Academy rank in NY?
Ella Fitzgerald Academy ranks #3,524 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ella Fitzgerald Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Ella Fitzgerald Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Ella Fitzgerald Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ella Fitzgerald Academy has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ella Fitzgerald Academy a charter school?
No, Ella Fitzgerald Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ella Fitzgerald Academy a Title I school?
No, Ella Fitzgerald Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ella Fitzgerald Academy?
82.3% of students at Ella Fitzgerald 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 458
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.4%
- Phone
- (914) 376-8420
Resources & Links
District
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 24,339
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,185
- District Rank
- #31 of 40
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