Bronx High School for Law and Community Service is a small school in the New York City borough of The Bronx. It is located within Roosevelt Educational Campus, across the street from Fordham University.
Serving 367 students in grades 9-12, Bronx High School For Law And Community Service 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 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx High School For Law And Community Service ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bronx High School For Law And Community Service's student population of 367 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Bronx High School For Law And Community Service 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 High School For Law And Community Service is 0.42, 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
#3816 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
74%
31%
Black
18%
15%
White
4%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx High School For Law And Community Service's ranking?
Bronx High School For Law And Community Service is ranked #3816 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx High School For Law And Community Service often compared to?
Bronx High School For Law And Community Serviceis often viewed alongside schools like Belmont Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronx High School For Law And Community Service?
The graduation rate of Bronx High School For Law And Community Service is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bronx High School For Law And Community Service?
367 students attend Bronx High School For Law And Community Service.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bronx High School For Law And Community Service students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx High School For Law And Community Service?
Bronx High School For Law And Community Service has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx High School For Law And Community Service offer ?
Bronx High School For Law And Community Service offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx High School For Law And Community Service part of?
Bronx High School For Law And Community Service is part of New York City Geographic District #10.
In what neighborhood is Bronx High School For Law And Community Service located?
Bronx High School For Law And Community Service is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 19 other public schools located in Belmont.
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