Serving 337 students in grades 9-12, Bronx Health Sciences 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 ≤20% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Health Sciences High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bronx Health Sciences High School's student population of 337 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
337 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bronx Health Sciences 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 Bronx Health Sciences High School is 0.57, 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
#4233 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
33%
31%
Black
57%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Health Sciences High School's ranking?
Bronx Health Sciences High School is ranked #4233 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Health Sciences High School often compared to?
Bronx Health Sciences High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harry S Truman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% 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 Bronx Health Sciences High School?
The graduation rate of Bronx Health Sciences High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bronx Health Sciences High School?
337 students attend Bronx Health Sciences High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bronx Health Sciences High School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx Health Sciences High School?
Bronx Health Sciences High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Health Sciences High School offer ?
Bronx Health Sciences High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Health Sciences High School part of?
Bronx Health Sciences High School is part of New York City Geographic District #11.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Health Sciences High School located?
Bronx Health Sciences 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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