Serving 138 students in grades 9-12, New Directions Secondary 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 <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Directions Secondary 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
New Directions Secondary School's student population of 138 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of New Directions Secondary School is 0.47, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
65%
30%
Black
33%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Directions Secondary School?
The graduation rate of New Directions Secondary School is 30-39%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Directions Secondary School?
138 students attend New Directions Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of New Directions Secondary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Directions Secondary School?
New Directions Secondary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Directions Secondary School offer ?
New Directions Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Directions Secondary School part of?
New Directions Secondary School is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is New Directions Secondary School located?
New Directions Secondary School is located in the Claremont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Claremont.
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