Morris High School Historic District is a national historic district centered on a high school located at Morrisania, The Bronx, New York, New York. The district includes 51 contributing buildings. It includes the Morris High School, two streets of brick rowhouses, and Trinity Episcopal Church of Morrisania.
Serving 400 students in grades 9-12, Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to 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 Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies's student population of 400 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies is 0.39, 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
#1105 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
75%
30%
Black
23%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
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 Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies's ranking?
Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies is ranked #1105 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies often compared to?
Morris Academy For Collaborative Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert H Lehman High School, Dewitt Clinton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies?
The graduation rate of Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies?
400 students attend Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies?
Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies offer ?
Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies part of?
Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies located?
Morris Academy For Collaborative Studies is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
School Reviews
5 7/1/2019
So far they helped us with everything we needed. Very nice staff
5 9/20/2018
The School is safe. The teachers care about the school very much . It`s clean and they a have many programs that allow the children to improve socially and academically.
2 7/24/2013
my son should be starting in Stepember
I was inquiring if you have an open house?
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