Serving 214 students in grades 9-12, Bronx Lab 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 top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
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 Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Lab School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Bronx Lab School's student population of 214 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bronx Lab School is 0.59, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
45%
30%
Black
46%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronx Lab School?
The graduation rate of Bronx Lab School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bronx Lab School?
214 students attend Bronx Lab School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Bronx Lab School students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Lab School?
Bronx Lab School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Lab School offer ?
Bronx Lab School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bronx Lab School part of?
Bronx Lab School is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Lab School located?
Bronx Lab School is located in the Williamsbridge neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Williamsbridge.
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