Serving 348 students in grades 9-12, Bronx Leadership High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 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 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Leadership High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bronx Leadership High School's student population of 348 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bronx Leadership High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronx Leadership High School is 0.51, 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
#1114 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
63%
29%
Black
32%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
5%
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 Bronx Leadership High School's ranking?
Bronx Leadership High School is ranked #1114 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Leadership High School often compared to?
Bronx Leadership High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverdale/kingsbridge (Ms/hs 141), New Visions Aim Charter High School Ii by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronx Leadership High School?
The graduation rate of Bronx Leadership High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Bronx Leadership High School?
348 students attend Bronx Leadership High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Bronx Leadership High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Leadership High School?
Bronx Leadership High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Leadership High School offer ?
Bronx Leadership High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bronx Leadership High School part of?
Bronx Leadership High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
School Reviews
5 11/20/2014
My daughter went to this school. I was very pleased, I LOVE THIS SCHOOL . I would recommbed this school for anyone. Thank you for your time , thank you for reading this. ~Parent of CLASS 09 BABY
5 7/3/2013
BLA 1 is one of the best high school in trhe ebronx, you can learn alot in just 4 years that will be usful in everyday life.
5 11/7/2006
This school has a very good curriculm and is an easy pass to sucess. im not in the school yet, but i am applying for it and i start my 9th grade year september 2007. This is my #1 choice and i hope to be excepted. Parent involment is excellent my aunt knows about every change my cusin Ashley is going through. The academics for this school is very well sorted and i highly recomend it!
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