Serving 570 students in grades 9-12, University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher 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 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College's student population of 570 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College 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 University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College is 0.57, 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
#478 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
59%
29%
Black
28%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #478 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 55% NY state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% 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 85%.
How many students attend University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College?
570 students attend University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of University Heights Secondary School-bronx Community College students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 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 15:1, 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.
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