Serving 190 students in grades 9-12, Community School For Social Justice ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community School For Social Justice ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Community School For Social Justice's student population of 190 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Community School For Social Justice is 0.47, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
68%
30%
Black
27%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Community School For Social Justice often compared to?
Community School For Social Justiceis often viewed alongside schools like Mott Hall High School, Legacy College Preparatory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Community School For Social Justice?
The graduation rate of Community School For Social Justice is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Community School For Social Justice?
190 students attend Community School For Social Justice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Community School For Social Justice students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Community School For Social Justice?
Community School For Social Justice has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Community School For Social Justice offer ?
Community School For Social Justice offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Community School For Social Justice part of?
Community School For Social Justice is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is Community School For Social Justice located?
Community School For Social Justice is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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