Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists

928 Simpson St
Bronx, NY 10459
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 589 students in grades 6-12, Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists 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 18% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 589 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : The Bronx Studio School for Writers and Artists serves an attendance zone of approximately 9.5 square miles in the Bronx, NY, where most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, and the furthest edge is about 5.5 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists's student population of 589 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
589 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists 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 Studio School For Writers And Artists is 0.36, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#3811 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

18%
52%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

34%
49%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
2%
10%

Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
78%
31%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓

Black
18%
15%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓

White
2%
39%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
98%
0.36

Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓

90-94%
87.2%
(22-23)
72.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists's ranking?
Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists is ranked #3811 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists often compared to?
Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artistsis often viewed alongside schools like Pharos Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists?
The graduation rate of Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists?
589 students attend Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists?
Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists offer ?
Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists part of?
Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists is part of New York City Geographic District # 8.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists located?
Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 589 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : 90-94% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : The Bronx Studio School for Writers and Artists serves an attendance zone of approximately 9.5 square miles in the Bronx, NY, where most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, and the furthest edge is about 5.5 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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