Serving 387 students in grades 9-12, Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base) ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 9:1 is lower than 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base)'s student population of 387 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base) 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 Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base) is 0.50, 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
#2201 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
67%
29%
Black
24%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base)'s ranking?
Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base) is ranked #2201 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base)?
The graduation rate of Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base) is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base)?
387 students attend Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base) students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base)?
Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base) has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base) offer ?
Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base) offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base) part of?
Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base) is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base) located?
Bronx Academy For Software Engineering (Base) is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 19 other public schools located in Belmont.
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