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#3021 of 4,742 schools in NY
Bronx Dance Academy School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
3617 BAINBRIDGE AVE, Bronx, NY 10467
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,021 of 4,742
In Bronx
#233 of 452
public schools
In district
#42 of 83
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Bronx Dance Academy School
Bronx Dance Academy School is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10. Bronx Dance Academy School serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bronx Dance Academy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,021 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Bronx Dance Academy School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Bronx Dance Academy 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
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Bronx Dance Academy School — Students at Bronx Dance Academy School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.1/10.
How Bronx Dance Academy School Compares
See how Bronx Dance Academy School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3617 BAINBRIDGE AVE, Bronx, NY 10467
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bronx Dance Academy School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BRONX COLLABORATIVE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRONX HIGH SCHOOL OF SCIENCE (THE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DEWITT CLINTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 94 KINGS COLLEGE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| CANARSIE CHILDREN FIRST ACADEMY Bronx | 0.5 mi | — |
| PS/MS 280 MOSHOLU PARKWAY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| JHS 80 MOSHOLU PARKWAY (THE) Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| DEWITT CLINTON HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| BRONX COLLABORATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| WORLD VIEW HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| PS 56 NORWOOD HEIGHTS Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| BRONX COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| BEDFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| AMPARK NEIGHBORHOOD Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| CITY OF FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 95 SHEILA MENCHER Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 8 ISAAC VARIAN Bronx | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL OF SCIENCE (THE) Bronx | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 41 GUN HILL ROAD Bronx | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 3 Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| PS/MS 20 PO GEORGE J WERDAN III Bronx | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| PS 168 Bronx | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10467 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,806
Median Home Value
$425,500
Median Rent
$1,505/mo
Population
96,304
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
13.6%
Avg Commute
45 min
Poverty Rate
26.8%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Alden, NY | 5.6 |
| BAIS CHINUCH TORAS EMACHU Monsey, NY | 5.6 |
| CLYDE-SAVANNAH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Clyde, NY | 5.6 |
| EMERSON SCHOOL (THE) Jamaica, NY | 5.6 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL West Hempstead, NY | 5.6 |
| GOWANDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Gowanda, NY | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bronx Dance Academy School
What grades does Bronx Dance Academy School serve?
Bronx Dance Academy School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Bronx Dance Academy School?
Bronx Dance Academy School has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bronx Dance Academy School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bronx Dance Academy School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bronx Dance Academy School rank in NY?
Bronx Dance Academy School ranks #3,021 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Bronx Dance Academy School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bronx Dance Academy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Bronx Dance Academy School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bronx Dance Academy School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bronx Dance Academy School a charter school?
No, Bronx Dance Academy School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bronx Dance Academy School a Title I school?
No, Bronx Dance Academy School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bronx Dance Academy School?
90.4% of students at Bronx Dance Academy 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 272
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (718) 515-0410
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10- District Enrollment
- 43,655
- Schools in District
- 83
- District Rank
- #42 of 83
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