MOUNT VERNON LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

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.
404
Total Students
35.7
Full-Time Teachers
11.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
62.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MOUNT VERNON LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White28
Hispanic214
Black158
Asian3
Two or More1
  • Hispanic
    214 (53.0 %)
  • Black
    158 (39.1 %)
  • White
    28 (6.9 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.7 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for MOUNT VERNON LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten18
Kindergarten37
Grade 145
Grade 244
Grade 347
Grade 435
Grade 565
Grade 633
Grade 732
Grade 848
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for MOUNT VERNON LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19047%
Male21453%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)