School Overview
Thomas Cornell Academy, located at 15 St. Mary's Place in Yonkers, New York, is a public elementary school serving students within the Yonkers Public Schools district. The school is named in honor of Thomas Cornell, a prominent historical figure in the region, and it operates with a commitment to providing a foundational education that emphasizes core academic skills, character development, and community engagement. As part of a large urban district, the academy focuses on creating a structured learning environment designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body through a standard New York State curriculum.

The school functions as a hub for its local neighborhood, reflecting the district’s broader mission to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond. By prioritizing literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth, Thomas Cornell Academy strives to foster a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. Parents and community members can stay informed about the school’s specific programs, academic calendars, and district-wide initiatives by visiting the official Yonkers Public Schools website.
295
Total Students
19.3
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White2
Hispanic258
Black24
Asian10
Two or More1
  • Hispanic
    258 (87.5 %)
  • Black
    24 (8.1 %)
  • Asian
    10 (3.4 %)
  • White
    2 (0.7 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (914)376-8315
Website: http://www.yonkerspublicschools.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 295
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.3
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch: N/A
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 34
Kindergarten 43
Grade 1 30
Grade 2 37
Grade 3 39
Grade 4 41
Grade 5 40
Grade 6 31

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten34
Kindergarten43
Grade 130
Grade 237
Grade 339
Grade 441
Grade 540
Grade 631
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female15953.9%
Male13646.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)