Cinema School

1551 E 172nd St
Bronx, NY 10472
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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3/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 309 students in grades 9-12, Cinema 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 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • : The attendance zone for Cinema School in the Bronx, NY, covers an extensive area of approximately 468.2 square miles, with most students living within a 20-30 minute drive. The furthest edge of the zone is about 30.8 miles from the school, while the average distance to the zone's edge is around 12 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Cinema School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Cinema School's student population of 309 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
309 students

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Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

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School Rankings

Cinema 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 Cinema School is 0.37, 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)
#3370 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
30-39%
52%
30-39%
49%
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data

American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%

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Hispanic
77%
31%

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Black
19%
15%

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White
1%
39%

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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
99%
0.37

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90-94%
87.2%
(22-23)
46.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%

Showing 2015–2024. View full 14-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cinema School's ranking?
Cinema School is ranked #3370 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cinema School?
The graduation rate of Cinema School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Cinema School?
309 students attend Cinema School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Cinema School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cinema School?
Cinema School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cinema School offer ?
Cinema School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cinema School part of?
Cinema School is part of New York City Geographic District #12.
In what neighborhood is Cinema School located?
Cinema School is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : 90-94% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • : The attendance zone for Cinema School in the Bronx, NY, covers an extensive area of approximately 468.2 square miles, with most students living within a 20-30 minute drive. The furthest edge of the zone is about 30.8 miles from the school, while the average distance to the zone's edge is around 12 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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