Serving 386 students in grades 9-12, Metropolitan Soundview High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
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 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metropolitan Soundview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Metropolitan Soundview High School's student population of 386 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Metropolitan Soundview High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metropolitan Soundview High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2201 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
72%
30%
Black
23%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metropolitan Soundview High School's ranking?
Metropolitan Soundview High School is ranked #2201 out of 4,377 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?
30-39% 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 Metropolitan Soundview High School?
The graduation rate of Metropolitan Soundview High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Metropolitan Soundview High School?
386 students attend Metropolitan Soundview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Metropolitan Soundview High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metropolitan Soundview High School?
Metropolitan Soundview High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Metropolitan Soundview High School offer ?
Metropolitan Soundview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Metropolitan Soundview High School part of?
Metropolitan Soundview High School is part of New York City Geographic District #12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Metropolitan Soundview High School located?
Metropolitan Soundview High School is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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