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Thessalonia Academy

951 Rev James A Polite Ave Bronx, NY 10459

Tel: (718) 542-0396

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-9
Enrollment: 44 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

Thessalonia Academy in Bronx, NY offers co–ed education for grades K through 9 in a city–based setting.
The school enrolls 44 students with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 supported by 7 teachers.
Thessalonia Academy is affiliated with the Baptist tradition and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
The student body represents 100% students of color, ranking the school among the top 20% in New York for diversity.
Located in the Foxhurst neighborhood, Thessalonia Academy serves families seeking a private religious elementary and middle school program in Bronx.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-9
Enrollment: 44 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Thessalonia Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-9

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Thessalonia Academy
Kind	9
1	5
2	3
3	3
4	5
5	3
6	6
7	3
8	7

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Student Body

Total Students

44 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Malobe Sampson, Founder and President of A Chance 4 Life, a non-profit organization. -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from Thessalonia Academy?

Thessalonia Academy famous alumni include: Malobe Sampson, Founder and President of A Chance 4 Life, a non-profit organization..

When is the application deadline for Thessalonia Academy?

The application deadline for Thessalonia Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Thessalonia Academy located?

Thessalonia Academy is located in the Foxhurst neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 1 other private schools located in Foxhurst.

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The average private school tuition in Bronx, NY is $20,761 for elementary schools and $24,829 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Bronx, NY is 75% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).