Serving 301 students in grades 9-12, Bronx High School Of Business 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 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher 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 99% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx High School Of Business ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bronx High School Of Business's student population of 301 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bronx High School Of Business 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 High School Of Business 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
#1125 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
67%
29%
Black
26%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
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 High School Of Business's ranking?
Bronx High School Of Business is ranked #1125 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx High School Of Business often compared to?
Bronx High School Of Businessis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Collegiate Academy, Bronx High School For Medical Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronx High School Of Business?
The graduation rate of Bronx High School Of Business is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bronx High School Of Business?
301 students attend Bronx High School Of Business.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bronx High School Of Business students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx High School Of Business?
Bronx High School Of Business has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx High School Of Business offer ?
Bronx High School Of Business offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bronx High School Of Business part of?
Bronx High School Of Business is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx High School Of Business located?
Bronx High School Of Business is located in the Claremont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Claremont.
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