Serving 135 students in grades 9-12, Bronx Arena High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher 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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Arena High School 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
Bronx Arena High School's student population of 135 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Bronx Arena High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronx Arena High School is 0.53, 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
#1868 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%

Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
2%
10%

Hispanic
58%
30%

Black
37%
16%

White
1%
40%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
20-29%
87%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Arena High School's ranking?
Bronx Arena High School is ranked #1868 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Arena High School often compared to?
Bronx Arena High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Antonia Pantoja Preparatory Academy - A College Board School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% 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 Bronx Arena High School?
The graduation rate of Bronx Arena High School is 20-29%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bronx Arena High School?
135 students attend Bronx Arena High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Bronx Arena High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Arena High School?
Bronx Arena High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Arena High School offer ?
Bronx Arena High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bronx Arena High School part of?
Bronx Arena High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Arena High School located?
Bronx Arena High School is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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