Serving 372 students in grades 9-12, High School For Language And Innovation ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, 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 <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School For Language And Innovation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
High School For Language And Innovation's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
372 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Motto
HSLI was started in order to meet the needs of the growing number of newcomer immigrant English Language Learners in the Bronx.
School Rankings
The diversity score of High School For Language And Innovation is 0.46, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
72%
31%
Black
11%
15%
White
10%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are High School For Language And Innovation often compared to?
High School For Language And Innovationis often viewed alongside schools like Collegiate Institute For Math And Science, Bronxdale 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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School For Language And Innovation?
The graduation rate of High School For Language And Innovation is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend High School For Language And Innovation?
372 students attend High School For Language And Innovation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of High School For Language And Innovation students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High School For Language And Innovation?
High School For Language And Innovation has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does High School For Language And Innovation offer ?
High School For Language And Innovation offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High School For Language And Innovation part of?
High School For Language And Innovation is part of New York City Geographic District #11.
In what neighborhood is High School For Language And Innovation located?
High School For Language And Innovation is located in the Allerton neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 10 other public schools located in Allerton.
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