Serving 359 students in grades 9-12, Cinema School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (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).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cinema School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cinema School's student population of 359 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cinema School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cinema School is 0.37, 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
#1779 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
77%
29%
Black
19%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
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 Cinema School's ranking?
Cinema School is ranked #1779 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cinema School?
The graduation rate of Cinema School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cinema School?
359 students attend Cinema School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Cinema School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cinema School?
Cinema School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cinema School offer ?
Cinema School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cinema School part of?
Cinema School is part of New York City Geographic District #12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Cinema School located?
Cinema School is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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