CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24 school district, located in ELMHURST, NY with about 529 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 33 teachers, CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (CLA), located in Elmhurst, Queens, is a small public middle school (serving grades 6–8) that operates under the New York City Department of Education. As a smaller-than-average school, it is designed to provide a more intimate learning environment where teachers can build strong, personal relationships with their students. The school emphasizes a community-centered approach, aiming to prepare students for success in high school and beyond by fostering a supportive and academically focused culture.

The school’s curriculum is centered around the theme of "civic leadership," meaning it encourages students to think critically about their roles as citizens in a diverse society. Beyond core academics like English, math, science, and social studies, CLA typically incorporates character development and leadership training into its daily programming. By focusing on social-emotional learning and community engagement, the academy seeks to empower its students to become active, responsible, and informed participants in their local and global communities.

For more information, contact CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY at (718) 271-1487 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.