Serving 1,026 students in grades 9-12, Dewitt Clinton High School ranks in the top 20% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 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 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,026 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dewitt Clinton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dewitt Clinton High School's student population of 1,026 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,026 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dewitt Clinton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dewitt Clinton High School is 0.61, 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
#448 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
55%
29%
Black
29%
16%
White
3%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dewitt Clinton High School's ranking?
Dewitt Clinton High School is ranked #448 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Dewitt Clinton High School often compared to?
Dewitt Clinton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Careers In Sports High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dewitt Clinton High School?
The graduation rate of Dewitt Clinton High School is 85%, which is equal to the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Dewitt Clinton High School?
1,026 students attend Dewitt Clinton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Dewitt Clinton High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dewitt Clinton High School?
Dewitt Clinton High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dewitt Clinton High School offer ?
Dewitt Clinton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dewitt Clinton High School part of?
Dewitt Clinton High School is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is Dewitt Clinton High School located?
Dewitt Clinton High School is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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