Greenburgh Academy serves 144 students in grades 5-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenburgh Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Greenburgh Academy's student population of 144 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
The diversity score of Greenburgh Academy is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
51%
30%
Black
31%
16%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Greenburgh Academy often compared to?
Greenburgh Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Greenburgh Eleven High School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Greenburgh Academy?
144 students attend Greenburgh Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Greenburgh Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenburgh Academy?
Greenburgh Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Greenburgh Academy offer ?
Greenburgh Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenburgh Academy part of?
Greenburgh Academy is part of Greenburgh-North Castle Union Free School District.
In what neighborhood is Greenburgh Academy located?
Greenburgh Academy is located in the Northwest Yonkers neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Northwest Yonkers.
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