Serving 377 students in grades 9-12, Discovery High 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). 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 13:1 is higher than 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 (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Discovery High School's student population of 377 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
377 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Discovery High 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 Discovery High School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2963 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
79%
31%
Black
15%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery High School's ranking?
Discovery High School is ranked #2963 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Discovery High School often compared to?
Discovery High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like World View High School, High School For Teaching And The Professions by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Discovery High School?
The graduation rate of Discovery High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Discovery High School?
377 students attend Discovery High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Discovery High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery High School?
Discovery High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Discovery High School offer ?
Discovery High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Discovery High School part of?
Discovery High School is part of New York City Geographic District #10.
In what neighborhood is Discovery High School located?
Discovery High School is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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