Serving 406 students in grades 9-12, Bronx Compass High School 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bronx Compass High School serves an attendance zone encompassing approximately 468.2 square miles in the Bronx, NY, with a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes and distances to the furthest edge reaching up to 31 miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 11.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bronx Compass High School's student population of 406 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Motto
Got G.R.I.T.
School Rankings
Bronx Compass High School 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 Compass High School is 0.57, 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
#3680 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
60%
31%
Black
27%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Compass High School's ranking?
Bronx Compass High School is ranked #3680 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Compass High School often compared to?
Bronx Compass High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millenium Art Academy, Bronx Bridges High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronx Compass High School?
The graduation rate of Bronx Compass High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bronx Compass High School?
406 students attend Bronx Compass High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Bronx Compass High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx Compass High School?
Bronx Compass 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 Compass High School offer ?
Bronx Compass High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Compass High School part of?
Bronx Compass High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 8.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Compass High School located?
Bronx Compass 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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