MOUNT VERNON LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
404 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
The Columbus School, located at the Franko Building on North High Street in Mount Vernon, New York, serves as a key instructional facility within the Mount Vernon City School District. Operating as part of a district-wide initiative to provide structured academic environments, the school is dedicated to fostering student growth through a comprehensive curriculum tailored to meet state standards. The Franko Building location functions as an extension of the district’s efforts to manage its student population effectively while ensuring access to essential educational resources and support services.
Beyond its core academic offerings, the Columbus School emphasizes the importance of community and student engagement. By utilizing the resources provided by the Mount Vernon City School District, the school focuses on developing well-rounded students equipped with the critical thinking and interpersonal skills necessary for future success. The administration and faculty work collaboratively to maintain a supportive atmosphere, striving to close achievement gaps and prepare students for the transition to higher grade levels within the district’s broader educational framework.
Beyond its core academic offerings, the Columbus School emphasizes the importance of community and student engagement. By utilizing the resources provided by the Mount Vernon City School District, the school focuses on developing well-rounded students equipped with the critical thinking and interpersonal skills necessary for future success. The administration and faculty work collaboratively to maintain a supportive atmosphere, striving to close achievement gaps and prepare students for the transition to higher grade levels within the district’s broader educational framework.
404
Total Students
35.7
Full-Time Teachers
11.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
62.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 28 |
| Hispanic | 214 |
| Black | 158 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 1 |
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Hispanic214 (53.0 %)
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Black158 (39.1 %)
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White28 (6.9 %)
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Asian3 (0.7 %)
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Two or More1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (914)358-2700 |
| Website: | http://www.mtvernoncsd.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 404 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 35.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 251 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
18
Kindergarten
37
Grade 1
45
Grade 2
44
Grade 3
47
Grade 4
35
Grade 5
65
Grade 6
33
Grade 7
32
Grade 8
48
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 18 |
| Kindergarten | 37 |
| Grade 1 | 45 |
| Grade 2 | 44 |
| Grade 3 | 47 |
| Grade 4 | 35 |
| Grade 5 | 65 |
| Grade 6 | 33 |
| Grade 7 | 32 |
| Grade 8 | 48 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 190 | 47% |
| Male | 214 | 53% |
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