Bard High School Early College

Bard High School Early College serves 549 students in grades 9-12 in Manhattan's Lower East Side, offering an exceptional academic experience with a student-teacher ratio of 10.8:1 and 51 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public school has earned impressive recognition, ranking #223 out of 4,758 schools statewide and placing in the 95th percentile with a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. The school demonstrates outstanding academic performance, with 98% of students achieving proficient or above levels in both English Language Arts and Mathematics.

This remarkable achievement reflects the school's commitment to rigorous academics and individualized attention possible through its smaller class sizes. Located at 525 E Houston Street, the school sits in ZIP code 10002, a diverse urban neighborhood where 38% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The area has a median household income of $43,362 and a population of over 76,000, creating a vibrant community environment despite economic challenges, with a poverty rate of 26.1%.

Bard High School Early College operates in the heart of New York City's dynamic Lower East Side, providing students with access to the cultural and educational opportunities that come with an urban setting while maintaining a close-knit academic community.