Serving 192 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery's student population of 192 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
192 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#405 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
65%
31%
Black
30%
15%
White
4%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery's ranking?
Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery is ranked #405 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery?
192 students attend Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery?
Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery offer ?
Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery part of?
Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery is part of New York City Geographic District # 7.
In what neighborhood is Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery located?
Leaders Of Excellence Advocacy And Discovery is located in the Concourse Village neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Concourse Village.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
Amazing school, clean, organized, welcoming, and an absolute blessing to the community. The teachers are always kind and approachable. Ms. Sorden is the principal and she is humble, loving, and always happy. She loves the school and loves the children. I hope she stays forever.
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