Serving 130 students in grades 9-12, Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School 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 <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 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 (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School serves an extensive attendance zone of approximately 468.2 square miles in the Bronx, NY, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of nearly 12 miles from the school to the edge of the zone. The furthest edge of the zone is about 29 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School's student population of 130 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
130 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School 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 Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School is 0.48, 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
#2052 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
64%
31%
Black
34%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
15-19%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
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 is Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School's ranking?
Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School is ranked #2052 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School?
The graduation rate of Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School is 15-19%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School?
130 students attend Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School?
Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School offer ?
Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School part of?
Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 7.
In what neighborhood is Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School located?
Jill Chaifetz Transfer High School is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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