Lenox Academy serves 264 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lenox Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lenox Academy's student population of 264 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lenox Academy is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
87%
15%
White
2%
39%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lenox Academy?
264 students attend Lenox Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Lenox Academy students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lenox Academy?
Lenox Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lenox Academy offer ?
Lenox Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lenox Academy part of?
Lenox Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #18.
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