Average
#2278 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 48% in state
Bronx Design and Construction Academy
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
333 E 151ST ST, Bronx, NY 10451
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,278 of 4,742
In Bronx
#137 of 452
public schools
In district
#15 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Bronx Design and Construction Academy
Bronx Design and Construction Academy is a public high school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7. Bronx Design and Construction Academy serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bronx Design and Construction Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,278 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Bronx Design and Construction Academy show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Bronx Design and Construction Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
60% of students at Bronx Design and Construction Academy 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 Design and Construction Academy — Students at Bronx Design and Construction Academy score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 16 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.2/10.
How Bronx Design and Construction Academy Compares
See how Bronx Design and Construction Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
333 E 151ST ST, Bronx, NY 10451
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bronx Design and Construction Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ALFRED E SMITH CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is LABORATORY SCHOOL OF FINANCE AND TECHNOLOGY (THE): X223 (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAREERS IN SPORTS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.3 miNeighborhood 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 Bronx Design and Construction Academy
What grades does Bronx Design and Construction Academy serve?
Bronx Design and Construction Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bronx Design and Construction Academy?
Bronx Design and Construction Academy has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bronx Design and Construction Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bronx Design and Construction Academy is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bronx Design and Construction Academy rank in NY?
Bronx Design and Construction Academy ranks #2,278 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Bronx Design and Construction Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Bronx Design and Construction Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Design and Construction Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bronx Design and Construction Academy has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021).
Is Bronx Design and Construction Academy a charter school?
No, Bronx Design and Construction Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bronx Design and Construction Academy a Title I school?
No, Bronx Design and Construction Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bronx Design and Construction Academy?
94.2% of students at Bronx Design and Construction Academy 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 223
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.2%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.6%
- Phone
- (718) 402-7690
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
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District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7- District Enrollment
- 15,146
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #15 of 40
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