Serving 184 students in grades 6-8, Bronx Writing 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 22% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower 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).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Bronx Writing Academy serves a compact area of approximately 0.3 square miles in the Bronx, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 0.4 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 0.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bronx Writing Academy's student population of 184 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
184 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings
Bronx Writing 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 Writing Academy is 0.42, 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
#3543 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
73%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
23%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
3%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Writing Academy's ranking?
Bronx Writing Academy is ranked #3543 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bronx Writing Academy?
184 students attend Bronx Writing Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Bronx Writing Academy students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx Writing Academy?
Bronx Writing Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Writing Academy offer ?
Bronx Writing Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Writing Academy part of?
Bronx Writing Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Writing Academy located?
Bronx Writing Academy is located in the Concourse Village neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Concourse Village.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
hey i wanted to know how do know if this school is good and what is the uniform also in the purple book for middle schools it says there s no uniforms last but not least is there any dance music or art activities
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