Very Good
#960 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 20% in state
Mount Eden Children's Academy
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
1501 JEROME AVE, Bronx, NY 10452
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#960 of 4,742
In Bronx
#46 of 452
public schools
In district
#9 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Mount Eden Children's Academy
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mount Eden Children's Academy
Mount Eden Children's Academy is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. Mount Eden Children's Academy serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Eden Children's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #960 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Eden Children's Academy show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Mount Eden Children's 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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Mount Eden Children's Academy — Students at Mount Eden Children's Academy score 36% 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 18 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: 9.8/10.
How Mount Eden Children's Academy Compares
See how Mount Eden Children's Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1501 JEROME AVE, Bronx, NY 10452
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Eden Children's Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRONX ACADEMY OF PROMISE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LUCERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WALTON AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.9/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COMPREHENSIVE MODEL SCHOOL PROJECT MS 327 Bronx | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ZETA CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONX MOUNT EDEN Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.0 |
| WALTON AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| LUCERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| PS 170 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 3.0 |
| PS 199 SHAKESPEARE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| BRONX ACADEMY OF PROMISE CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL SCIENCE Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| BRONX COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| DREAMYARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| CLAREMONT INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| NEW DIRECTIONS SECONDARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| PS 469-BRONX SCHOOL FOR CONTINUOUS LEARNING (THE) Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| IS 303 LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| IS 232 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ACADEMY FOR LANGUAGE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| AECI II: NYC CHARTER HS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10452 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,854
Median Home Value
$263,000
Median Rent
$1,367/mo
Population
76,745
College Educated
14.3%
Homeownership
3.3%
Avg Commute
44.1 min
Poverty Rate
35.6%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARRINGER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ilion, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKLYN LANDMARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
| CARRIE E TOMPKINS SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson, NY | 7.7 |
| CENTRAL SCHOOL Larchmont, NY | 7.7 |
| CHARLES CAMPAGNE SCHOOL Bethpage, NY | 7.7 |
| CHAUTAUQUA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mayville, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Eden Children's Academy
What grades does Mount Eden Children's Academy serve?
Mount Eden Children's Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mount Eden Children's Academy?
Mount Eden Children's Academy has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Eden Children's Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Eden Children's Academy is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Eden Children's Academy rank in NY?
Mount Eden Children's Academy ranks #960 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Mount Eden Children's Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Eden Children's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Mount Eden Children's Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Eden Children's Academy has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is Mount Eden Children's Academy a charter school?
No, Mount Eden Children's Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Eden Children's Academy a Title I school?
No, Mount Eden Children's Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Eden Children's Academy?
94.5% of students at Mount Eden Children's 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 420
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (718) 294-8155
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #9 of 69
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