Millennium Art Academy first opened its doors in September 2003 in the Bronx. Originally located on the Herbert H. Lehman Educational Campus the academy moved after its first year to the Adlai E. Stevenson Campus.
Serving 348 students in grades 9-12, Millenium Art Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Millenium Art Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Millenium Art Academy's student population of 348 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Gold and Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Creativity Meets Academic Excellence
School Rankings
Millenium Art Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Millenium Art Academy is 0.52, 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
#3177 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
64%
31%
Black
28%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Millenium Art Academy's ranking?
Millenium Art Academy is ranked #3177 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Millenium Art Academy often compared to?
Millenium Art Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Bridges High School, Bronx Compass High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Millenium Art Academy?
The graduation rate of Millenium Art Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Millenium Art Academy?
348 students attend Millenium Art Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Millenium Art Academy students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Millenium Art Academy?
Millenium Art Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Millenium Art Academy offer ?
Millenium Art Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Millenium Art Academy part of?
Millenium Art Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 8.
In what neighborhood is Millenium Art Academy located?
Millenium Art Academy is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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