Serving 223 students in grades 9-12, Bronx Design And Construction Academy 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 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 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 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Bronx Design and Construction Academy serves an attendance zone of approximately 468.2 square miles in the Bronx, NY, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 12.1 miles, extending up to 28.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Design And Construction Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bronx Design And Construction Academy's student population of 223 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
223 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Bronx Design And Construction Academy 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 Design And Construction Academy is 0.49, 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
#2538 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-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 Design And Construction Academy's ranking?
Bronx Design And Construction Academy is ranked #2538 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Design And Construction Academy often compared to?
Bronx Design And Construction Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Alfred E Smith Career And Technical Education High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronx Design And Construction Academy?
The graduation rate of Bronx Design And Construction Academy is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Bronx Design And Construction Academy?
223 students attend Bronx Design And Construction Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bronx Design And Construction Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx Design And Construction Academy?
Bronx Design And Construction Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Design And Construction Academy offer ?
Bronx Design And Construction Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Design And Construction Academy part of?
Bronx Design And Construction Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 7.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Design And Construction Academy located?
Bronx Design And Construction Academy is located in the Melrose neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Melrose.
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