Serving 228 students in grades 9-12, Health Opportunities 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 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Health Opportunities High School serves a broad attendance area in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Most students typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 12.1 miles, while some areas are as far as 28.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Health Opportunities High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Health Opportunities High School's student population of 228 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Rankings
Health Opportunities 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 Health Opportunities High School is 0.47, 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
#3081 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
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Hispanic
66%
31%
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Black
32%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
1%
39%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Health Opportunities High School's ranking?
Health Opportunities High School is ranked #3081 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Health Opportunities High School?
The graduation rate of Health Opportunities High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Health Opportunities High School?
228 students attend Health Opportunities High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Health Opportunities High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Health Opportunities High School?
Health Opportunities High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Health Opportunities High School offer ?
Health Opportunities High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Health Opportunities High School part of?
Health Opportunities High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 7.
In what neighborhood is Health Opportunities High School located?
Health Opportunities High School is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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