Serving 240 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). 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 9:1 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 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Explorations Academy serves a large attendance zone in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 30.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Explorations Academy High School's student population of 240 students has declined by 24% 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
240 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Our mission is to prepare all students to take on the challenging opportunities of college and career.'
School Rankings
Explorations Academy 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 Explorations Academy High School is 0.41, 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
#4326 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
73%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Explorations Academy High School's ranking?
Explorations Academy High School is ranked #4326 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Explorations Academy High School?
240 students attend Explorations Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Explorations Academy High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Explorations Academy High School?
Explorations Academy High School has a student ration of 9:1, 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.
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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