Serving 147 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 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). 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 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 51 Bronx New School serves an attendance area in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 13.3 square miles. Families within a typical 5-10 minute drive of the school are generally located about 2.3 miles from the nearest edge of the zone, with the furthest boundary being 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bronx Stem And Arts Academy's student population of 147 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
147 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Bronx Stem And Arts 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 Stem And Arts 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
#4156 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
65%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Stem And Arts Academy's ranking?
Bronx Stem And Arts Academy is ranked #4156 out of 4,346 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
147 students attend Bronx Stem And Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bronx Stem And Arts Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx Stem And Arts Academy?
Bronx Stem And Arts Academy has a student ration of 16:1, 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.
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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