Serving 223 students in grades 6-8, South Bronx For Applied Media 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Bronx For Applied Media ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Bronx For Applied Media's student population of 223 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Bronx For Applied Media 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 South Bronx For Applied Media is 0.53, 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
#3456 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
58%
29%
Black
37%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Bronx For Applied Media's ranking?
South Bronx For Applied Media is ranked #3456 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend South Bronx For Applied Media?
223 students attend South Bronx For Applied Media.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of South Bronx For Applied Media students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Bronx For Applied Media?
South Bronx For Applied Media has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Bronx For Applied Media offer ?
South Bronx For Applied Media offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Bronx For Applied Media part of?
South Bronx For Applied Media is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is South Bronx For Applied Media located?
South Bronx For Applied Media is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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