Serving 287 students in grades 9-12, New World High School 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New World High School serves a large attendance area in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 34.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
New World High School's student population of 287 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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School Rankings
New World High School 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 New World High School is 0.45, 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
#3763 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
49%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
3%
10%
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Hispanic
72%
31%
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Black
17%
15%
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White
6%
39%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New World High School's ranking?
New World High School is ranked #3763 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are New World High School often compared to?
New World High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronxwood Preparatory Academy, Acad-scholarship & Entrepreneurship by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of New World High School?
The graduation rate of New World High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend New World High School?
287 students attend New World High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of New World High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New World High School?
New World High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New World High School offer ?
New World High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New World High School part of?
New World High School is part of New York City Geographic District #11.
In what neighborhood is New World High School located?
New World 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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