Serving 381 students in grades 9-12, High School Of World Cultures ranks in the top 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 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher 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: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The High School of World Cultures serves an extensive area in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families typically face a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 12 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 30.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School Of World Cultures ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
High School Of World Cultures's student population of 381 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
381 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
High School Of World Cultures ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High School Of World Cultures is 0.24, 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
#2007 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
87%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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)38.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-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 High School Of World Cultures's ranking?
High School Of World Cultures is ranked #2007 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School Of World Cultures?
The graduation rate of High School Of World Cultures is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend High School Of World Cultures?
381 students attend High School Of World Cultures.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of High School Of World Cultures students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High School Of World Cultures?
High School Of World Cultures has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does High School Of World Cultures offer ?
High School Of World Cultures offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High School Of World Cultures part of?
High School Of World Cultures is part of New York City Geographic District #12.
In what neighborhood is High School Of World Cultures located?
High School Of World Cultures is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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