Serving 158 students in grades 9-12, Bronx Arena High School ranks in the top 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 <50% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bronx Arena High School serves a large attendance zone in Bronx, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families typically experience a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 11.8 miles and the furthest edge located 30.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bronx Arena High School's student population of 158 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
158 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
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School Rankings
Bronx Arena High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronx Arena High School is 0.52, 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
#2052 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
American Indian
3%
1%
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Asian
1%
10%
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Hispanic
62%
31%
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Black
31%
15%
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White
1%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Graduation Rate
20-29%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 11-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)99.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 12-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Arena High School's ranking?
Bronx Arena High School is ranked #2052 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Arena High School often compared to?
Bronx Arena High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Antonia Pantoja Preparatory Academy - A College Board School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 Bronx Arena High School?
The graduation rate of Bronx Arena High School is 20-29%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Bronx Arena High School?
158 students attend Bronx Arena High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Bronx Arena High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx Arena High School?
Bronx Arena High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Arena High School offer ?
Bronx Arena High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Arena High School part of?
Bronx Arena High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 8.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Arena High School located?
Bronx Arena High School is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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