Serving 157 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bronx Stem And Arts 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Stem And Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Bronx Stem And Arts Academy's student population of 157 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
157 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Bronx Stem And Arts Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronx Stem And Arts Academy is 0.46, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4291 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
69%
30%
Black
26%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Stem And Arts Academy's ranking?
Bronx Stem And Arts Academy is ranked #4291 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Stem And Arts Academy often compared to?
Bronx Stem And Arts Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Community Charter School, Pharos Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bronx Stem And Arts Academy?
157 students attend Bronx Stem And Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Bronx Stem And Arts Academy students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Stem And Arts Academy?
Bronx Stem And Arts Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Stem And Arts Academy offer ?
Bronx Stem And Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Stem And Arts Academy part of?
Bronx Stem And Arts Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Stem And Arts Academy located?
Bronx Stem And Arts Academy is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 19 other public schools located in Belmont.
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