New York City Geographic District # 8


Summary:

New York City Geographic District # 8 contains 51 schools, including 22 elementary schools, 12 middle schools, and 17 high schools, serving diverse student populations across the Bronx. The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance, resources, and student outcomes among these schools.

A few standout schools in the district include Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne, which has consistently high performance and a 4-5 star rating, and Ps 304 Early Childhood School, which also ranks in the top 25% of New York elementary schools. In contrast, Bronx Community High School stands out with a very low 4-year graduation rate of 16.9%. The data suggests a correlation between high poverty rates and lower academic achievement, though schools like Middle School 101 and Ps 304 defy these expectations.

Overall, the schools in New York City Geographic District # 8 serve diverse student populations, with significant variation in test scores, graduation rates, and other key metrics. Addressing the wide disparities in performance and resources will require a multifaceted approach to support the unique needs of each school community.

District Detail

 601 Stickball Blvd
Bronx, NY 10473

 (718) 828-6653

SchoolDigger Rank:
742nd of 866 New York districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 22,248

Primary Schools: 22
Middle Schools: 12
High Schools: 17
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the WNYC and the New York State Department of Health and the NY State Education Department.

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