Serving 389 students in grades 9-12, Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics's student population of 389 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics ranks within the top 5% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics is 0.58, 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
#115 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
59%
29%
Black
27%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics's ranking?
Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics is ranked #115 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics?
The graduation rate of Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics?
389 students attend Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics?
Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics offer ?
Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics part of?
Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics located?
Bronx Center For Science And Mathematics is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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