Serving 328 students in grades 9-12, Bronx Leadership Academy High 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher 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: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Leadership Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bronx Leadership Academy High School's student population of 328 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bronx Leadership Academy High 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 Leadership Academy High School is 0.51, 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
#2966 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
63%
29%
Black
31%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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
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 Leadership Academy High School's ranking?
Bronx Leadership Academy High School is ranked #2966 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Leadership Academy High School often compared to?
Bronx Leadership Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverdale/kingsbridge Academy (Ms/hs 141), New Visions Aim Charter High School Ii by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronx Leadership Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Bronx Leadership Academy High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bronx Leadership Academy High School?
328 students attend Bronx Leadership Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Bronx Leadership Academy High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 3% 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 Leadership Academy High School?
Bronx Leadership Academy High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Leadership Academy High School offer ?
Bronx Leadership Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bronx Leadership Academy High School part of?
Bronx Leadership Academy High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Leadership Academy High School located?
Bronx Leadership Academy High School is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
School Reviews
5 11/20/2014
My daughter went to this school. I was very pleased, I LOVE THIS SCHOOL . I would recommbed this school for anyone. Thank you for your time , thank you for reading this. ~Parent of CLASS 09 BABY
5 7/3/2013
BLA 1 is one of the best high school in trhe ebronx, you can learn alot in just 4 years that will be usful in everyday life.
5 11/7/2006
This school has a very good curriculm and is an easy pass to sucess. im not in the school yet, but i am applying for it and i start my 9th grade year september 2007. This is my #1 choice and i hope to be excepted. Parent involment is excellent my aunt knows about every change my cusin Ashley is going through. The academics for this school is very well sorted and i highly recomend it!
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