Serving 225 students in grades 9-12, Health Opportunities High School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Health Opportunities High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Health Opportunities High School's student population of 225 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Health Opportunities High 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 Health Opportunities High School is 0.56, 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
#1862 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
57%
29%
Black
34%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
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 Health Opportunities High School's ranking?
Health Opportunities High School is ranked #1862 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?
50-54% 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 Health Opportunities High School?
The graduation rate of Health Opportunities High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Health Opportunities High School?
225 students attend Health Opportunities High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Health Opportunities High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Health Opportunities High School?
Health Opportunities High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Health Opportunities High School offer ?
Health Opportunities High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Health Opportunities High School part of?
Health Opportunities High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is Health Opportunities High School located?
Health Opportunities High School is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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