Serving 373 students in grades 9-12, Bronxdale High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (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 91% 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: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronxdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bronxdale High School's student population of 373 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bronxdale High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronxdale High School is 0.61, 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
#631 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
54%
29%
Black
31%
16%
White
9%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronxdale High School's ranking?
Bronxdale High School is ranked #631 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronxdale High School often compared to?
Bronxdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Collegiate Institute For Math And Science, Astor Collegiate Academy, High School For Language And Innovation by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronxdale High School?
The graduation rate of Bronxdale High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bronxdale High School?
373 students attend Bronxdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Bronxdale High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronxdale High School?
Bronxdale High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronxdale High School offer ?
Bronxdale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bronxdale High School part of?
Bronxdale High School is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronxdale High School located?
Bronxdale High School is located in the Allerton neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 10 other public schools located in Allerton.
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