Serving 144 students in grades 6-8, Bronx Academy For Multi-media 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 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hunts Point School serves a 1.6 square mile area in the Bronx, NY, with most students living within an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school, typically taking 5 to 10 minutes to drive. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bronx Academy For Multi-media's student population of 144 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
144 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2017
School Motto
Keep it Moving to High School, College, and Beyond
School Rankings
Bronx Academy For Multi-media ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronx Academy For Multi-media is 0.40, which is less 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
#3571 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
73%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)93.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Academy For Multi-media's ranking?
Bronx Academy For Multi-media is ranked #3571 out of 4,346 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bronx Academy For Multi-media?
144 students attend Bronx Academy For Multi-media.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Bronx Academy For Multi-media students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx Academy For Multi-media?
Bronx Academy For Multi-media has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Academy For Multi-media offer ?
Bronx Academy For Multi-media offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Academy For Multi-media part of?
Bronx Academy For Multi-media is part of New York City Geographic District # 8.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Academy For Multi-media located?
Bronx Academy For Multi-media is located in the Hunts Point neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Hunts Point.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
Very Poorly manage school. Each time I visit that school, the students are all over the school. AP Ball seems to be a little off. the students are very disrespectful.
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