The Longwood Academy of Discovery

The Longwood Academy for Discovery, serving students from Pre-K through 3rd grade in the Bronx, is known for its strong community connections and highly positive parent sentiment. Parents consistently report high satisfaction with the school and its staff. The school emphasizes social and emotional development, fostering positive interactions and communication skills through a project-based learning approach. It offers early exposure to STEM through technology programs and features a unique hydro lab for environmental science. While the school maintains a high attendance rate of 97%, which is at the citywide 75th percentile, academic proficiency in both English Language Arts (24%) and Math (19%) is a concern, falling well below citywide averages. The school serves a high proportion of students with disabilities (39%, well above the citywide 75th percentile) and English language learners (24%, near the citywide 75th percentile). A Spanish Dual Language program is available, and the school partners with NY Edge to enhance social-emotional support and community engagement. Students wear a uniform of navy blue tops and gray pants.