Serving 638 students in grades 6-12, West Bronx Academy For The Future 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 16% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Bronx Academy For The Future ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Bronx Academy For The Future's student population of 638 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Bronx Academy For The Future 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 West Bronx Academy For The Future is 0.32, 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
#3920 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
81%
29%
Black
17%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Bronx Academy For The Future's ranking?
West Bronx Academy For The Future is ranked #3920 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Bronx Academy For The Future?
The graduation rate of West Bronx Academy For The Future is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Bronx Academy For The Future?
638 students attend West Bronx Academy For The Future.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of West Bronx Academy For The Future students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Bronx Academy For The Future?
West Bronx Academy For The Future has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Bronx Academy For The Future offer ?
West Bronx Academy For The Future offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Bronx Academy For The Future part of?
West Bronx Academy For The Future is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is West Bronx Academy For The Future located?
West Bronx Academy For The Future is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 19 other public schools located in Belmont.
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