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Wings Academy

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12

1122 E 180TH ST, Bronx, NY 10460

Enrollment

237

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,191 of 4,742

In Bronx

#253 of 452

public schools

In district

#20 of 46

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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5.4/10

High School in Bronx · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Wings Academy

Wings Academy is a public high school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. Wings Academy serves approximately 237 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wings Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,191 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Wings Academy show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Wings Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

89% of students at Wings 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+27.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
College Readiness3.5Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate52%
AP Participation12.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.6:1
Chronic Absenteeism89%

Wings Academy — Students at Wings Academy score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 68.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.7% (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
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
77%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Wings Academy Compares

See how Wings Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in NY
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Sports
3
2 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
89.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
12.2% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics3sports offered
2 boys'·1 girls'·3 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses2 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

1122 E 180TH ST, Bronx, NY 10460

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wings Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CINEMA SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT MONROE (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIGH SCHOOL OF WORLD CULTURES (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 214 Bronx 0.3 mi 3.9
EMOLIOR ACADEMY Bronx 0.3 mi 6.1
VIDA BOGART SCHOOL FOR ALL CHILDREN (THE) Bronx 0.4 mi 5.0
PS 6 WEST FARMS Bronx 0.4 mi 4.4
PS 67 MOHEGAN SCHOOL Bronx 0.5 mi 6.0
MOTT HALL V Bronx 0.7 mi 4.9
CINEMA SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.7 mi 7.8
BRONX LITTLE SCHOOL Bronx 0.5 mi 3.8
PS 536 Bronx 0.5 mi 6.0
ARCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx 0.5 mi 6.6
HIGH SCHOOL OF WORLD CULTURES Bronx 0.7 mi 7.0
PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT MONROE Bronx 0.7 mi 7.1
METROPOLITAN SOUNDVIEW HIGH SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.7 mi 5.4
URBAN ASSEMBLY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE Bronx 0.7 mi
STEAM BRIDGE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.5 mi 4.4
PS 195 Bronx 0.7 mi 4.3
PS 196 Bronx 0.7 mi 3.7
BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2 Bronx 0.7 mi 3.9
PS 47 JOHN RANDOLPH Bronx 0.7 mi 4.8
MS 129 ACADEMY FOR INDEPENDENT LEARNING AND LEADERSHIP Bronx 0.7 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,067

Median Home Value

$589,300

Median Rent

$1,332/mo

Population

61,101

College Educated

15.2%

Homeownership

10.7%

Avg Commute

47 min

Poverty Rate

33.9%

Median Age

34.4

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HONEOYE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Honeoye, NY 5.4
HOOSICK FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Hoosick Falls, NY 5.4
LIBERATION DIPLOMA PLUS Brooklyn, NY 5.4
METROPOLITAN DIPLOMA PLUS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 5.4
NORTH COLLINS JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL North Collins, NY 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wings Academy

What grades does Wings Academy serve?

Wings Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Wings Academy?

Wings Academy has an enrollment of approximately 237 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wings Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Wings Academy is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wings Academy rank in NY?

Wings Academy ranks #3,191 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Wings Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Wings Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Wings Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wings Academy has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Wings Academy a charter school?

No, Wings Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wings Academy a Title I school?

No, Wings Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wings Academy?

92.4% of students at Wings 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.

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Neighborhood Context

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

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
89.0%
4-Year Graduation
52.0%

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