Serving 214 students in grades 6-8, Bronx Alliance Middle School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Alliance Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bronx Alliance Middle School's student population of 214 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bronx Alliance Middle School 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 Alliance Middle School is 0.49, 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
#4061 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
30%
29%
Black
65%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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 Bronx Alliance Middle School's ranking?
Bronx Alliance Middle School is ranked #4061 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Alliance Middle School often compared to?
Bronx Alliance Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baychester Middle School, One World Middle School At Edenwald by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bronx Alliance Middle School?
214 students attend Bronx Alliance Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bronx Alliance Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Alliance Middle School?
Bronx Alliance Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Alliance Middle School offer ?
Bronx Alliance Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bronx Alliance Middle School part of?
Bronx Alliance Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Alliance Middle School located?
Bronx Alliance Middle School is located in the Edenwald neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Edenwald.
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