Very Good
#866 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 18% in state
Bronx Health Sciences High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
750 BAYCHESTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10475
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#866 of 4,742
In Bronx
#40 of 452
public schools
In district
#6 of 62
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Bronx Health Sciences High School
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About Bronx Health Sciences High School
Bronx Health Sciences High School is a public high school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. Bronx Health Sciences High School serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bronx Health Sciences High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #866 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Bronx Health Sciences High School show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
68% of students at Bronx Health Sciences 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
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Bronx Health Sciences High School — Students at Bronx Health Sciences High School score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 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: 9.2/10.
How Bronx Health Sciences High School Compares
See how Bronx Health Sciences High School 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
750 BAYCHESTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10475
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bronx Health Sciences High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HARRY S TRUMAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10), a more accessible option. Another option is CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PS 176 (rated 4.0/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARRY S TRUMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 178 DR SELMAN WAKSMAN Bronx | 0.1 mi | 3.7 |
| MS 596 Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 176 Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.0 |
| IS 181 PABLO CASALS Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 153 HELEN KELLER Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| MS 180 DR DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| GARVEY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| CAPITAL PREPARATORY BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 723 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION MIDDLE SCHOOL (CASA) Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| BAYCHESTER ACADEMY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| JHS 144 MICHELANGELO Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 111 SETON FALLS Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING Bronx | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 160 WALT DISNEY Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10475 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,383
Median Home Value
$31,900
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
42,771
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
44.9%
Avg Commute
50.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
44.1
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| ACADEMY OF URBAN PLANNING AND ENGINEERING (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 7.8 |
| ALL CITY LEADERSHIP SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.8 |
| BEAVER RIVER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Beaver Falls, NY | 7.8 |
| BRONX CENTER FOR SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS Bronx, NY | 7.8 |
| BRONX COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Bronx, NY | 7.8 |
| CATSKILL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Catskill, NY | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bronx Health Sciences High School
What grades does Bronx Health Sciences High School serve?
Bronx Health Sciences High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bronx Health Sciences High School?
Bronx Health Sciences High School has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bronx Health Sciences High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bronx Health Sciences High School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bronx Health Sciences High School rank in NY?
Bronx Health Sciences High School ranks #866 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Bronx Health Sciences High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bronx Health Sciences High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Health Sciences High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bronx Health Sciences High School has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Bronx Health Sciences High School a charter school?
No, Bronx Health Sciences High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bronx Health Sciences High School a Title I school?
No, Bronx Health Sciences High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bronx Health Sciences High School?
83.7% of students at Bronx Health Sciences 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 356
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.7%
- Phone
- (718) 904-5450
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11- District Enrollment
- 32,583
- Schools in District
- 62
- District Rank
- #6 of 62
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