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#958 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 20% in state

Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7

333 E 151ST ST, Bronx, NY 10451

Enrollment

403

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

7.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#958 of 4,742

In Bronx

#44 of 452

public schools

In district

#2 of 40

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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7.7/10

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About Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School

Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School is a public high school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7. Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #958 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

59% of students at Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change+1.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency80% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+41.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
College Readiness7.5Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation20.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Chronic Absenteeism58.6%

Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School — Students at Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 74.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
84.5%
ELA
74.5%
2015
Math
95%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
87%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School Compares

See how Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
80th percentile in NY
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
9
6 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
20.6% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics9sports offered
6 boys'·3 girls'·10 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

333 E 151ST ST, Bronx, NY 10451

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LABORATORY SCHOOL OF FINANCE AND TECHNOLOGY (THE): X223 (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CAREERS IN SPORTS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SOUTH BRONX PREPARATORY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10451 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,111

Median Home Value

$263,500

Median Rent

$1,269/mo

Population

48,975

College Educated

21.3%

Homeownership

13.6%

Avg Commute

42 min

Poverty Rate

32.1%

Median Age

36

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School

What grades does Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School serve?

Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School?

Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School rank in NY?

Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School ranks #958 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School a charter school?

No, Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School a Title I school?

No, Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School?

90.8% of students at Alfred E Smith Career and Technical Education High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
Type
vocational
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.6%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

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