Serving 231 students in grades 9-12, Bronx Design And Construction Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Design And Construction Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bronx Design And Construction Academy's student population of 231 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
231 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bronx Design And Construction Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronx Design And Construction Academy is 0.52, 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
#1180 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
63%
29%
Black
30%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
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 Design And Construction Academy's ranking?
Bronx Design And Construction Academy is ranked #1180 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Design And Construction Academy often compared to?
Bronx Design And Construction Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Alfred E Smith Career And Technical Education High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronx Design And Construction Academy?
The graduation rate of Bronx Design And Construction Academy is 70-74%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bronx Design And Construction Academy?
231 students attend Bronx Design And Construction Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Bronx Design And Construction Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Design And Construction Academy?
Bronx Design And Construction Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Design And Construction Academy offer ?
Bronx Design And Construction Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bronx Design And Construction Academy part of?
Bronx Design And Construction Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Design And Construction Academy located?
Bronx Design And Construction Academy is located in the Melrose neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Melrose.
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