Serving 138 students in grades 9-12, New Directions Secondary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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New Directions Secondary School's student population of 138 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
The diversity score of New Directions Secondary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
65%
30%
Black
33%
15%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Directions Secondary School?
The graduation rate of New Directions Secondary School is 50-59%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Directions Secondary School?
138 students attend New Directions Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of New Directions Secondary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Directions Secondary School?
New Directions Secondary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Directions Secondary School offer ?
New Directions Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Directions Secondary School part of?
New Directions Secondary School is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is New Directions Secondary School located?
New Directions Secondary School is located in the Claremont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Claremont.
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