Serving 275 students in grades 9-12, Explorations Academy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Explorations Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Explorations Academy High School's student population of 275 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Explorations Academy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Explorations Academy High School is 0.48, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2874 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
66%
30%
Black
29%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
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 is Explorations Academy High School's ranking?
Explorations Academy High School is ranked #2874 out of 4,377 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Explorations Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Explorations Academy High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Explorations Academy High School?
275 students attend Explorations Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Explorations Academy High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Explorations Academy High School?
Explorations Academy High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Explorations Academy High School offer ?
Explorations Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Explorations Academy High School part of?
Explorations Academy High School is part of New York City Geographic District #12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Explorations Academy High School located?
Explorations Academy 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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