Serving 267 students in grades 6-8, Bronx Dance Academy 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 35% (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 13:1 is higher than 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).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bronx Dance Academy School serves an attendance area of approximately 13.3 square miles in Bronx, NY. Most students typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Dance Academy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Bronx Dance Academy School's student population of 267 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
267 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Bronx Dance Academy 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 Dance Academy School is 0.30, 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
#2654 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Dance Academy School's ranking?
Bronx Dance Academy School is ranked #2654 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?
35% 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).
How many students attend Bronx Dance Academy School?
267 students attend Bronx Dance Academy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Bronx Dance Academy School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx Dance Academy School?
Bronx Dance Academy School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Dance Academy School offer ?
Bronx Dance Academy School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Dance Academy School part of?
Bronx Dance Academy School is part of New York City Geographic District #10.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Dance Academy School located?
Bronx Dance Academy School is located in the Norwood neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 9 other public schools located in Norwood.
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