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Health Opportunities High School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7

350 GERARD AVE, Bronx, NY 10451

Enrollment

192

Student-Teacher

8:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,902 of 4,742

In Bronx

#214 of 452

public schools

In district

#23 of 40

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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5.7/10

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About Health Opportunities High School

Health Opportunities High School is a public high school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7. Health Opportunities High School serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Health Opportunities High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,902 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Health Opportunities High School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 192 students, Health Opportunities High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8:1 students to teachers, Health Opportunities High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

68% of students at Health Opportunities 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency67% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+31.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
College Readiness4.5Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate72%
AP Participation25.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8:1
Chronic Absenteeism68.2%

Health Opportunities High School — Students at Health Opportunities High School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 74.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 81.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
72%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Health Opportunities High School Compares

See how Health Opportunities High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
39th percentile in NY
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Sports
6
1 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
68.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
25.5% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics6sports offered
1 boys'·5 girls'·6 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

350 GERARD AVE, Bronx, NY 10451

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Health Opportunities High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LABORATORY SCHOOL OF FINANCE AND TECHNOLOGY (THE): X223 (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAREERS IN SPORTS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DEMOCRACY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby New York), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi

Neighborhood 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 Health Opportunities High School

What grades does Health Opportunities High School serve?

Health Opportunities High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Health Opportunities High School?

Health Opportunities High School has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Health Opportunities High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Health Opportunities High School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Health Opportunities High School rank in NY?

Health Opportunities High School ranks #2,902 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Health Opportunities High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Health Opportunities High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Health Opportunities High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Health Opportunities High School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Health Opportunities High School a charter school?

No, Health Opportunities High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Health Opportunities High School a Title I school?

No, Health Opportunities High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Health Opportunities High School?

99.0% of students at Health Opportunities 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
68.2%
4-Year Graduation
72.0%

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