MOUNT EDEN CHILDREN'S ACADEMY

MOUNT EDEN CHILDREN'S ACADEMY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 424 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, MOUNT EDEN CHILDREN'S ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mount Eden Children’s Academy (MECA), located at 1501 Jerome Avenue in the Bronx, is a private, independent school committed to providing a nurturing and academically rigorous environment for children in the surrounding community. The academy focuses on fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of its students through a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and the sciences. By maintaining a supportive atmosphere, the school aims to instill a lifelong love of learning while preparing students to excel in their future educational endeavors.

Beyond its academic focus, Mount Eden Children’s Academy places a strong emphasis on character development and community engagement. The school works closely with families to ensure a holistic approach to education, encouraging students to become responsible, empathetic, and active participants in society. Through its dedicated staff and clear mission, MECA strives to bridge educational gaps and provide its students with the resources and confidence necessary to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact MOUNT EDEN CHILDREN'S ACADEMY at (718) 294-8155 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.