Serving 228 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Academy For Multi-media ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bronx Academy For Multi-media's student population of 228 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Bronx Academy For Multi-media ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 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 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3961 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
74%
30%
Black
24%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Academy For Multi-media's ranking?
Bronx Academy For Multi-media is ranked #3961 out of 4,377 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
228 students attend Bronx Academy For Multi-media.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bronx Academy For Multi-media students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Academy For Multi-media?
Bronx Academy For Multi-media has a student ration of 9:1, 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 School District.
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 1/17/2018
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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