Bard High School Early College is a series of early college schools with multiple campuses in the United States, enrolling approximately 3,000 students across all campuses.
Serving 569 students in grades 9-12, Bard High School Early College ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher 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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Bard High School Early College serves a substantial area in New York, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 12.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 21.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bard High School Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bard High School Early College's student population of 569 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
569 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering students for success
School Rankings
Bard High School Early College ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bard High School Early College is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#952 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bard High School Early College's ranking?
Bard High School Early College is ranked #952 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bard High School Early College often compared to?
Bard High School Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Baruch College Campus High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bard High School Early College?
The graduation rate of Bard High School Early College is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Bard High School Early College?
569 students attend Bard High School Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Bard High School Early College students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bard High School Early College?
Bard High School Early College has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bard High School Early College offer ?
Bard High School Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bard High School Early College part of?
Bard High School Early College is part of New York City Geographic District # 1.
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