Serving 170 students in grades 9-12, Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 20-24% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx's student population of 170 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2549 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
63%
29%
Black
36%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-24%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx's ranking?
Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx is ranked #2549 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx often compared to?
Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronxis often viewed alongside schools like Astor Collegiate Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx?
The graduation rate of Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx is 20-24%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx?
170 students attend Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx?
Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx offer ?
Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx part of?
Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx is part of New York City Geographic District #12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx located?
Arturo A Schomburg Satellite Academy Bronx is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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