Cardinal Hayes High School

Cardinal Hayes High School is a public high school located in the Bronx at 650 Grand Concourse, serving grades 9 through 12. The school enrolls 748 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1, with 44 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. As a regular public high school in a large urban setting, Cardinal Hayes serves the local Bronx community.

The school currently has a MySchoolScout Rating of 1.4 out of 10 and ranks 882nd out of 991 schools statewide, placing it in the 11th percentile for New York schools. This ranking indicates the school is working to improve its academic performance and has significant room for growth in student achievement. The school's moderate enrollment size of 748 students creates a manageable community, though resources and support systems appear stretched given current academic outcomes.

Families considering Cardinal Hayes should carefully review what academic programs and support structures the school offers to help students succeed. Located on Grand Concourse in the Bronx, the school is embedded in a vibrant urban neighborhood with public transportation access and community resources typical of the borough.

As a private school, Cardinal Hayes High School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.