Serving 387 students in grades 9-12, Bronxwood Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronxwood Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bronxwood Preparatory Academy's student population of 387 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bronxwood Preparatory 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 Bronxwood Preparatory Academy is 0.59, 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
#1244 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
37%
29%
Black
52%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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 Bronxwood Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Bronxwood Preparatory Academy is ranked #1244 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronxwood Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Bronxwood Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like New World High School, Acad-scholarship & Entrepreneurship by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronxwood Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Bronxwood Preparatory Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bronxwood Preparatory Academy?
387 students attend Bronxwood Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Bronxwood Preparatory Academy students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronxwood Preparatory Academy?
Bronxwood Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronxwood Preparatory Academy offer ?
Bronxwood Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bronxwood Preparatory Academy part of?
Bronxwood Preparatory Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronxwood Preparatory Academy located?
Bronxwood Preparatory Academy is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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