Serving 571 students in grades 9-12, University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher 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 and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College's student population of 571 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College 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 University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College is 0.59, 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
#2355 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
57%
29%
Black
30%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College's ranking?
University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College is ranked #2355 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College often compared to?
University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Mott Hall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College?
The graduation rate of University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College?
571 students attend University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College?
University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College offer ?
University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College part of?
University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College located?
University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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