Serving 411 students in grades 9-12, Bronx River High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bronx River High School's student population of 411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bronx River High School is 0.53, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
65%
30%
Black
20%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bronx River High School often compared to?
Bronx River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert H Lehman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronx River High School?
The graduation rate of Bronx River High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bronx River High School?
411 students attend Bronx River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bronx River High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx River High School?
Bronx River 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 River High School offer ?
Bronx River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx River High School part of?
Bronx River High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx River High School located?
Bronx River 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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