Serving 185 students in grades 6-8, South Bronx Academy For Applied Media 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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South Bronx Academy For Applied Media ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
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South Bronx Academy For Applied Media's student population of 185 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
South Bronx Academy For Applied Media ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Bronx Academy For Applied Media is 0.52, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3388 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
58%
30%
Black
38%
15%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is South Bronx Academy For Applied Media's ranking?
South Bronx Academy For Applied Media is ranked #3388 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend South Bronx Academy For Applied Media?
185 students attend South Bronx Academy For Applied Media.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of South Bronx Academy For Applied Media students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Bronx Academy For Applied Media?
South Bronx Academy For Applied Media has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Bronx Academy For Applied Media offer ?
South Bronx Academy For Applied Media offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Bronx Academy For Applied Media part of?
South Bronx Academy For Applied Media is part of New York City Geographic District # 7.
In what neighborhood is South Bronx Academy For Applied Media located?
South Bronx Academy For Applied Media is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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