Serving 289 students in grades 9-12, High School For Contemporary Arts ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
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 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
High School For Contemporary Arts's student population of 289 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of High School For Contemporary Arts is 0.58, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
49%
31%
Black
43%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School For Contemporary Arts?
The graduation rate of High School For Contemporary Arts is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend High School For Contemporary Arts?
289 students attend High School For Contemporary Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of High School For Contemporary Arts students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High School For Contemporary Arts?
High School For Contemporary Arts has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does High School For Contemporary Arts offer ?
High School For Contemporary Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High School For Contemporary Arts part of?
High School For Contemporary Arts is part of New York City Geographic District #11.
In what neighborhood is High School For Contemporary Arts located?
High School For Contemporary Arts is located in the Williamsbridge neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Williamsbridge.
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