Serving 371 students in grades 9-12, Bronx Leadership Academy 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 ≤5% (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 (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Bronx Leadership Academy High School serves a large attendance area of approximately 468.2 square miles in Bronx, NY. Families typically can expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 30.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Leadership Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bronx Leadership Academy High School's student population of 371 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Bronx Leadership Academy 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 Leadership Academy High School 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
#4070 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 20-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 Leadership Academy High School's ranking?
Bronx Leadership Academy High School is ranked #4070 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Leadership Academy High School often compared to?
Bronx Leadership Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urban Dove Team Charter School Iii, Riverdale/kingsbridge Academy (Ms/hs 141) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% 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 Leadership Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Bronx Leadership Academy High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Bronx Leadership Academy High School?
371 students attend Bronx Leadership Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Bronx Leadership Academy High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx Leadership Academy High School?
Bronx Leadership Academy 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 Leadership Academy High School offer ?
Bronx Leadership Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Leadership Academy High School part of?
Bronx Leadership Academy High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Leadership Academy High School located?
Bronx Leadership Academy High School is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school has a very good curriculm and is an easy pass to sucess. im not in the school yet, but i am applying for it and i start my 9th grade year september 2007. This is my #1 choice and i hope to be excepted. Parent involment is excellent my aunt knows about every change my cusin Ashley is going through. The academics for this school is very well sorted and i highly recomend it!
5 10/10/2025
BLA 1 is one of the best high school in trhe ebronx, you can learn alot in just 4 years that will be usful in everyday life.
5 10/10/2025
My daughter went to this school. I was very pleased, I LOVE THIS SCHOOL . I would recommbed this school for anyone. Thank you for your time , thank you for reading this. ~Parent of CLASS 09 BABY
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