Emolior Academy

Test scores at Emolior Academy have improved dramatically over the past decade — ELA proficiency went from 12.1% in 2016 to 43.1% in 2025, while math climbed from 17.2% to 37.8%. That said, both subjects still fall just below the District 12 averages (44.6% ELA, 43.3% math). Grade 7 performs strongest with 44.8% ELA and 44% math proficiency, while Grade 8 math drops to 27.7% — a pattern worth watching for families focused on STEM preparation.

The survey data tells a striking story: 98% of families report satisfaction, and trust metrics between parents and teachers (99%) and parents and the principal (99%) are exceptional. Teachers report 89% instruction quality and 92% trust in leadership — both above district averages. However, there's a tension: chronic absenteeism sits at a high 62.3%, well above what you'd expect given the strong trust numbers. Suspensions remain low at 2% (7 students), though that ticked up from 4 the prior year. The day-to-day feel seems to be one where families genuinely believe in the school, but getting students through the door consistently remains a challenge.

With 370 students, Emolior Academy is a mid-sized middle school. The student body is predominantly Hispanic (67%) and Black (22%), reflecting the neighborhood's demographics. Nearly a quarter of students (24%) have IEPs, and the economic need index is extremely high at 91.1% — meaning almost all students qualify for free or reduced lunch. The diversity index of 52% indicates moderate demographic variety.

West Farms is one of the highest-need neighborhoods in the Bronx — median household income is just $27,829, and 46.5% of residents live in poverty. Only 9.5% of households have children, and homeownership is near zero at 5.6%. The neighborhood scores poorly on safety (8/100) and education orientation (17/100), but transit access is excellent (80/100). Air quality concerns exist (high PM2.5 and elevated asthma rates). There are green spaces and community resources, though the area faces significant challenges.

The school is accessible by bus and subway, with strong transit scores. Families from across the district may consider this a straightforward commute, though walking in the immediate area requires attention to traffic and neighborhood conditions.