Serving 240 students in grades 6-8, Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship 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 11% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Soundview Academy for Culture and Scholarship serves an attendance zone in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship's student population of 240 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
240 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Great Minds of All Kinds Thrive
School Rankings
Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship 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 Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship 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
#4019 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
49%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)78.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship's ranking?
Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship is ranked #4019 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship often compared to?
Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarshipis often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 131 Albert Einstein by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship?
240 students attend Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship?
Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship offer ?
Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship part of?
Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship is part of New York City Geographic District # 8.
In what neighborhood is Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship located?
Soundview Academy For Culture And Scholarship is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
im going to this school because its great and easy to get in to i love it has tonsssssss of thing to do so in my point of view you should go or sigh up to this school.
5 10/10/2025
I am a former parent of Soundview Academy. My son was transferred in from a charter school in Harlem. He transferred in for the many Art and technology opportunities Soundview Academy had to offer. Because of my son artistic background, he took to the Visual Arts program and blossomed. The Art Teacher worked well nurturing the students and helped my son with his HS Arts portfolio which got him accepted into High School of Arts & Design in Manhattan, NY. I am grateful for the nurturing atmosphere Soundview Academy provided my son further grooming his skills in the arts.
2 10/10/2025
I waited until my daughter graduated to add this review. This school started well when my daughter entered in the 6th grade but by the 8th grade, it went downhill. They had several teachers that were great throughout but a few of the new teachers were nothing but sub-par. My daughter became ill one day and her teacher ignored her raised hand for 10 minutes before allowing her to go to the nurse alone! The school is on the 4th floor,what if she fell. She mentioned she was not feeling well to the guidance counselor as well, who also sent her downstairs. They tried to call me but I missed the initial call. The nurse eventually told her she could either sit in the main office or return to class. Return to class?! The school is on the 4th floor! What happens if she falls?! She ended up having a virus and out for several days. I tried to call to complain and the parent coordinator lied about the principal leaving town. My husband ended up walking in without an appointment to find him there and made them talk to him. I also filed a 311 complaint. The algebra teacher was inexperienced and failed the semester of teaching. They talk to you like you are stupid but guess what I have a Master's degree. Please don't. I tried to talk to the principal but again the parent coordinator managed to block us and other parents from meeting with him. Even the students created a petition to remove the teacher. My daughter passed her regents but only because I had to pay for private tutoring. I do not recommend this school.
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