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Jonas Bronck Academy

400 E Fordham Rd
Bronx, NY 10458
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
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Top 50%
Serving 271 students in grades 6-8, Jonas Bronck Academy ranks in the top 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 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 271 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Top 50% in NY
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70% (Top 20%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Jonas Bronck Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Jonas Bronck Academy's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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Students by Grade
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<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Jonas Bronck Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jonas Bronck Academy is 0.43, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1796 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
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33%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Jonas Bronck Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
70%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Jonas Bronck Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
80-84%
78%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Jonas Bronck Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
4%
10%
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Hispanic
73%
29%
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Black
19%
16%
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White
3%
40%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Jonas Bronck Academy.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in New York.
0.43
This chart displays the diversity score of Jonas Bronck Academy and the public school average diversity score of New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Jonas Bronck Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
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 is Jonas Bronck Academy's ranking?
Jonas Bronck Academy is ranked #1796 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Jonas Bronck Academy?
271 students attend Jonas Bronck Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Jonas Bronck Academy students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jonas Bronck Academy?
Jonas Bronck Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jonas Bronck Academy offer ?
Jonas Bronck Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jonas Bronck Academy part of?
In what neighborhood is Jonas Bronck Academy located?
Jonas Bronck Academy is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 19 other public schools located in Belmont.

School Reviews
3   3/12/2020
Keep in mind. It's not easy to get in this school. You should study hard when elementary period.
- Posted by Parent - Study
5   6/30/2018
Hands down this is the best public school in the Bronx from the staff to the students principle deans etc!!!!!! Wa welcomes environment this school means a lot to me and my son his really come a long way and came out his shell this school staff have helped me a lot in many ways I`m very grateful and thankful my son and have the opportunity to work with such great people
- Posted by Parent - Joanna bracero
5   11/28/2014
I want to register for the next open house in December 17
- Posted by Parent - lasas

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 271 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70% (Top 20%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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