Serving 385 students in grades 9-12, Bronx Bridges High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Bridges High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bronx Bridges High School's student population of 385 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Bronx Bridges High School 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 Bridges High School is 0.35, 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
#2586 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
80%
30%
Black
9%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Bridges High School's ranking?
Bronx Bridges High School is ranked #2586 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Bridges High School often compared to?
Bronx Bridges High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Compass High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronx Bridges High School?
The graduation rate of Bronx Bridges High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bronx Bridges High School?
385 students attend Bronx Bridges High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Bronx Bridges High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Bridges High School?
Bronx Bridges High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Bridges High School offer ?
Bronx Bridges High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Bridges High School part of?
Bronx Bridges High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Bridges High School located?
Bronx Bridges 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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