New York City Geographic District #10 School District
School District · Bronx, New York
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
83
41 elem, 13 mid, 29 high
Enrollment
43,655
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
83
41 elem, 13 mid, 29 high
Enrollment
43,655
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Evaluating New York City Geographic District #10?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge New York City Geographic District #10 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music (the)
Bronx · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
High School of American Studies at Lehman College
Bronx · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Fordham High School for the Arts
Bronx · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
New York rank
#436 of 615
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.5
below New York avg
District size
43,655 students
Much larger than New York median
The short answer
New York City Geographic District #10 ranks #436 of 615 New York districts by overall school rating. New York City Geographic District #10's schools with real test data average 5.7/10 across 82 schools. Its top-rated schools are Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music (the) (9.0/10), High School of American Studies at Lehman College (9.0/10), and Fordham High School for the Arts (9.0/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Rates 9.0/10 despite 87% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 3.2 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among New York City Geographic District #10 schools.
Top-Rated Schools in New York City Geographic District #10
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (82 of 83). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music (the) | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | High School of American Studies at Lehman College | 9.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Fordham High School for the Arts | 9.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Bronx Collaborative High School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 5 | PS 24 Spuyten Duyvil | 8.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Milton Fein School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Marble Hill High School of International Studies | 8.3 / 10 |
| 8 | Jonas Bronck Academy | 8.3 / 10 |
| 9 | PS 81 Robert J Christen | 8.2 / 10 |
| 10 | Fordham Leadership Academy | 8.2 / 10 |
See all 83 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About New York City Geographic District #10
New York City Geographic District #10 serves 43,655 students across 83 ranked schools in the Bronx. The district's average school score sits at 6.4 out of 10, which reflects the full range of schools from neighborhood elementaries to specialized high schools. That average tells only part of the story — several schools here rank well above the district mean and warrant a close look from parents who are actively comparing options.
At the high school level, Fordham High School for the Arts and Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music both score 8.9 out of 10, placing them among the district's strongest performers. These are specialized programs, so admissions criteria apply — parents should confirm eligibility and application timelines early. World View High School also earns an 8.4, rounding out a competitive set of high school choices within the district's 83 schools.
The middle school standout is JHS 118 William W. Niles, scoring 8.7 out of 10 — notably above the district average of 6.4 and a strong option for families navigating the middle school transition. On the elementary side, Milton Fein School scores 8.4, making it one of the higher-performing elementary programs in the district and a practical starting point for parents zoning into the area.
With 83 ranked schools total and a spread of scores across grade levels, District #10 gives parents meaningful choices at every stage of a child's education. The gap between the district average of 6.4 and the top-rated schools — which score nearly 2.5 points higher — signals that school selection within the district matters significantly. Parents comparing schools here should prioritize checking zoning, program type, and application requirements, since the highest-rated options often involve a selective or application-based process rather than automatic enrollment.
District Map
Schools in New York City Geographic District #10, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in New York City Geographic District #10 with test data.
Schools in New York City Geographic District #10
83 schools Elementary Schools 41
Middle Schools 13
High Schools 29
District Details
- State
- New York
- City
- Bronx
- Total Enrollment
- 43,655
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3,537
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.4%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in New York City Geographic District #10?
New York City Geographic District #10 has 83 schools in total — 41 elementary, 13 middle, and 29 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for New York City Geographic District #10?
The average composite rating for New York City Geographic District #10 is 5.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in New York City Geographic District #10?
Per-pupil spending data for New York City Geographic District #10 is not currently available.
What is the student-teacher ratio in New York City Geographic District #10?
The average student-teacher ratio in New York City Geographic District #10 is 12.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in New York City Geographic District #10?
Fordham High School for the Arts is the highest-rated school in New York City Geographic District #10 with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What are the test scores in New York City Geographic District #10?
Across schools in New York City Geographic District #10 with test data, the average math proficiency is 42.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 46.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does New York City Geographic District #10 compare to other districts in New York?
New York City Geographic District #10 has an average school rating of 5.7/10 across 83 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New York by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 42.9%
- ELA Proficiency
- 46.2%
Resources
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateOther School Districts in NY
Compare New York City Geographic District #10 with neighboring districts in the state.
- New York City Geographic District # 2 (119)
- New York City Geographic District #31 (74)
- New York City Geographic District # 9 (69)
- New York City Geographic District #27 (63)
- New York City Geographic District #11 (62)
- Buffalo City School District (61)
- Nyc Special Schools - District 75 (59)
- New York City Geographic District #24 (57)
- New York City Geographic District # 8 (52)
- New York City Geographic District #30 (52)
- New York City Geographic District #19 (52)
- New York City Geographic District #28 (50)
- New York City Geographic District #15 (49)
- New York City Geographic District #17 (49)
- New York City Geographic District #12 (47)
- New York City Geographic District #29 (46)
- New York City Geographic District #25 (46)
- Rochester City School District (46)
- New York City Geographic District # 6 (45)
- New York City Geographic District #20 (45)
- New York City Geographic District # 3 (43)
- New York City Geographic District # 7 (41)
- New York City Geographic District #13 (41)
- New York City Geographic District #21 (40)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
Related reading
- Best Public Schools in New York 2026: Top Districts from NYC to the Suburbsbest schools
- Best Schools in New York, NY — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best States for Public Schools in 2026: A Complete Rankingdata insights
- Charter Schools vs Public Schools: What the Data Actually Shows (2026)school choice
- Student-Teacher Ratio by State: Complete 2026 Rankingsdata insights
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.