Serving 663 students in grades 6-12, West Bronx For The Future ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
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 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Bronx For The Future ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Bronx For The Future's student population of 663 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Bronx For The Future ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Bronx For The Future is 0.33, 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
#964 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
80%
29%
Black
17%
16%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Bronx For The Future's ranking?
West Bronx For The Future is ranked #964 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Bronx For The Future?
The graduation rate of West Bronx For The Future is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend West Bronx For The Future?
663 students attend West Bronx For The Future.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of West Bronx For The Future students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Bronx For The Future?
West Bronx For The Future has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Bronx For The Future offer ?
West Bronx For The Future offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Bronx For The Future part of?
West Bronx For The Future is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
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