Serving 256 students in grades 9-12, Marie Curie High School-nursing ranks in the bottom 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marie Curie High School-nursing ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marie Curie High School-nursing's student population of 256 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marie Curie High School-nursing 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 Marie Curie High School-nursing is 0.49, 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
#2783 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
66%
30%
Black
27%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
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 Marie Curie High School-nursing's ranking?
Marie Curie High School-nursing is ranked #2783 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marie Curie High School-nursing?
The graduation rate of Marie Curie High School-nursing is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marie Curie High School-nursing?
256 students attend Marie Curie High School-nursing.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Marie Curie High School-nursing students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marie Curie High School-nursing?
Marie Curie High School-nursing has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marie Curie High School-nursing offer ?
Marie Curie High School-nursing offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marie Curie High School-nursing part of?
Marie Curie High School-nursing is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is Marie Curie High School-nursing located?
Marie Curie High School-nursing is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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