Serving 151 students in grades 9-12, Jill Chaifetz Transfer 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 20-24% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School's student population of 151 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
151 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jill Chaifetz Transfer 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 Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School is 0.44, 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
#2927 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
69%
29%
Black
29%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-24%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
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 Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School's ranking?
Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School is ranked #2927 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School?
The graduation rate of Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School is 20-24%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School?
151 students attend Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School?
Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School offer ?
Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School part of?
Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School located?
Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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