Serving 159 students in grades 6-8, Bronx Mathematics Preparatory 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to 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 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Mathematics Preparatory School 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
Bronx Mathematics Preparatory School's student population of 159 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bronx Mathematics Preparatory 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 Mathematics Preparatory School is 0.55, 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
#3493 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
60%
30%
Black
30%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
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
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Mathematics Preparatory School's ranking?
Bronx Mathematics Preparatory School is ranked #3493 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Mathematics Preparatory School often compared to?
Bronx Mathematics Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Archimedes Acad-math Sci Technical by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bronx Mathematics Preparatory School?
159 students attend Bronx Mathematics Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Bronx Mathematics Preparatory School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Mathematics Preparatory School?
Bronx Mathematics Preparatory School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Mathematics Preparatory School offer ?
Bronx Mathematics Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Mathematics Preparatory School part of?
Bronx Mathematics Preparatory School is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Mathematics Preparatory School located?
Bronx Mathematics Preparatory School is located in the Clason Point neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Clason Point.
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