Serving 263 students in grades 9-12, Marie Curie High School-nursing 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (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 97% 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: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Marie Curie High School, located in the Bronx, NY, serves an extensive attendance area of approximately 468.2 square miles, with typical travel times of 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 13.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 32.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marie Curie High School-nursing's student population of 263 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
263 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings
Marie Curie High School-nursing 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 Marie Curie High School-nursing 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
#3680 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
68%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
27%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
3%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Graduation Rate
60-64%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)77.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-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 Marie Curie High School-nursing's ranking?
Marie Curie High School-nursing is ranked #3680 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marie Curie High School-nursing?
The graduation rate of Marie Curie High School-nursing is 60-64%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Marie Curie High School-nursing?
263 students attend Marie Curie High School-nursing.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Marie Curie High School-nursing students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marie Curie High School-nursing?
Marie Curie High School-nursing has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marie Curie High School-nursing offer ?
Marie Curie High School-nursing offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marie Curie High School-nursing part of?
Marie Curie High School-nursing is part of New York City Geographic District #10.
In what neighborhood is Marie Curie High School-nursing located?
Marie Curie High School-nursing is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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