Bronxwood Preparatory Academy, The (11X514)

921 EAST 228 STREET, BRONX, NY 10466, Bronx
Phone: 718-696-3820
Hours: 7:50am - 2:10pm
Uniform Required: Yes
School Website: https://www.bronxwoodprep.com
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/11X514/
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School Leader: Felicia Bray (fbray@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Brenda Lea Batista (bbatista@schools.nyc.gov)
Respect for All Liaison: John Molina (jmolina@schools.nyc.gov)
Sexual Harassment Prevention Liaison: Christina Osorio (cosorio9@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Paul Campanella (pcampanella@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Jennifer Agro (jagro2@schools.nyc.gov)
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About

Future leaders, innovators, game-changers! Ready for BIG opportunities and an incredible future? You need The Bronxwood Preparatory Academy (BPA)! We're your powerful launchpad for success, committed to making every student college and career ready. At BPA, you don't just learn; you do! Gain vital real-world skills, hands-on experience, and certifications for immediate opportunities upon graduation. Imagine leaving high school with Drone FAA Certification (STEM), ADOBE Certification (Performing Arts), or Paraprofessional Certification (Education)! We offer six dynamic Career Pathway Majors: Legal Studies, STEM, Performing Arts, Digital Arts, Education, Business Entrepreneurship, and in-demand Trades (Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry). Plus, explore Patient Care Technician certification, Culinary Arts, Podcasting, and Self-Defense. For athletes, we feature the district's only golf simulator and team, alongside PSAL sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Bowling, Cheerleading, Lacrosse, and Soccer! Every classroom transforms into a career-centered simulated learning lab, igniting passions and building essential 21st-century skills. We're part of NYC Future Ready, because your success is our obsession. Want a college jump start? BPA boasts robust dual enrollment with Syracuse University and SUNY Buffalo State College earn real college credits now! Challenge yourself with Advanced Placement (AP) courses: AP African American Studies, AP Art, AP Environmental Science, AP English Language, and AP World History. At BPA, we don't just prepare you for today; we launch you into tomorrow. Ready to stop dreaming and start doing? Ready for a high school that truly invests in your future? Don't just hear about it, experience it! Visit BPA and discover where your big future begins!

Reports: School Budget | PTA Financials | Room Utilization

Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 56%

Academic Highlights: Post-Graduation Pathways: Over 90% of our graduates transition to college or career paths, equipped with the skills and certifications for immediate success., Inclusive Achievement: We celebrate a 90% 4-year graduation rate for English Language Learners and 95% for Students with Disabilities, proving our commitment to supporting every student's journey., High Student Engagement: Our vibrant learning environment contributes to a remarkable 92% average daily student attendance rate, reflecting strong student commitment and satisfaction, Exceptional Graduation Success: Boasting a 96% 4-year graduation rate, significantly exceeding city averages and ensuring students are prepared for their next steps., Strong College & Career Readiness: 84% of our students take a college-level course or earn a professional certificate, demonstrating advanced readiness for higher education and skilled careers.

Other Features: 10th Grade Seats Available, College Courses Offered, College Courses onsite, College Trips, Community Service Expected, Computer Science Coursework, Dress Code, Expert College and Career Advisor On Staff, Financial Literacy Coursework, FutureReadyNYC School, Health Center, Internships, Online Grading System, Paid Apprenticeships, Paid Internships, Program(s) with 1 GE Applicant Per Seat, Program(s) with 1 SWD Applicant Per Seat, Summer Bridge

School Features:

  • Offers 10th Grade Seats
  • School whose primary location is co-located with another school
  • Guidance Counselors, Social Workers

AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
AP Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP English Literature and Composition, AP Studio Art - 2D, AP United States History, Calculus (Advanced Math), Chemistry (Advanced Science), Econ/Gov (College Course [Credited]), ELA (College Course [Credited]), Other (College Course [Credited]), Physics (Advanced Science)...[more]
Course List
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Languages Offered
Spanish
Boys PSAL Sports
Basketball, Bowling, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer
Girls PSAL Sports
Basketball, Bowling, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Volleyball
PSAL Team
Albert Tuitt Educational Campus
This school is part of a PSAL team comprised of the following schools:
Academy for Scholarship and Entrepreneurship: A College Board School (11X270)
Bronxwood Preparatory Academy, The (11X514)
New World High School (11X513)
Other Sports
Bowling, Dance, Lacrosse, Soccer, Track
Clubs
Anime Club, Art Club, College Trips, Cooking Club, dance Club, Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA), National Honors Society, Photography Club, Podcast, Step Club...[more]
Art Courses
Choreographic Practices, Digital Media Arts, General Visual Arts, Traditional and Studio Art
Arts Summary
Digital arts career pathway program ( ADOBE and AP ART)
Program Details
Future Ready NYC Education Pathway(X85A)
Teaching

Career and Technical Education (CTE) gives high school students the chance to get a head start on preparing for college and careers. Through the Educational Pathway CTE program, you have the opportunity to participate in hands-on training in Education (Teacher's Assistant) and gain real-world experience. Many programs offer you the opportunity to earn nationally recognized certifications which you can use to get a job to pay for college or at the start of your career. Upon the completion of the programs listed, students will be industry certified in their career and technology subject area

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Bronx students or residents
  • (Group 2) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:28 / 24 (1.17)22 / 24 (0.92)
SWD applicants/seats:8 / 6 (1.33)10 / 6 (1.67)
Rank Avg: 5.56
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Estimated Cutoffs
  GE:All accepted
  SWD:All accepted
Offer Prediction:
School Student & Admissions Statistics
School Year
2024-25
2023-24
2022-23
Total Students Across All Grades
410
385
380
    Grade 12 Students
82
76
62
    Grade 11 Students
102
80
82
    Grade 10 Students
114
107
114
    Grade 9 Students
112
122
122
Avg. Class Size
24.8
24.9
25.5
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
13.0
12.5
14.6
Safety Comp. / Susp. / NYPD
6 / 0 / 45
5 / 23 / 24
13 / 40 / 36
Attendance %
92%
90%
Graduation %
95%
85%
College %
51%
48%
Total Applicants / Seats
Total Offers
788 (116) / 120
144
668 (93) / 120
150
551 (112) / 108
131
Survey Summary & Data (2024-25)
Student Responses 82% responded
Academic Rigor 
  71.33%
Academic Engagement 
  65.55%
Safety 
  67.50%
Bully Prevention 
  59.13%
Inclusivity 
  78.82%
Mental Support 
  69.38%
Environment 
  65.93%
Post-School Support 
  78.70%
Teacher Responses 88% responded
Academic Rigor 
  74.50%
School Satisfaction 
  87.13%
Student Behavior 
  59.11%
Student Support 
  86.13%
School Leadership 
  90.67%
Instructional Clarity 
  81.80%
Instructional Development 
  87.94%
Post-School Support 
  94.83%
Family Responses 78% responded
Education 
  95.13%
Teacher Support 
  93.50%
Safety 
  90.67%
School Community 
  68.50%
School Leadership 
  88.00%
Post-School Support 
  94.50%
IEP Support 
  96.67%

Note: Yellow bars indicate city-wide averages for the associated category

View Full NYC DOE Survey Results:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly school surveys: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/nyc-school-survey

Academic Summary & Data (2023-24)
Academic Proficiency
4-Year Grad. %
  95.50%
CC Regents
  54
Non-CC Regents
  60
Impact Score
  0.42
Performance Score
  0.45
College Aptitude
CCR
  42.30%
SAT Math
  375
SAT R/W
  420
Postsecondary
2-Year College 20.30%
4-Year College 38.00%
Other Postsecondary 2.50%
Unknown 39.20%

View Full Academic Data:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

School Demographics (2024-25)
Student Population:
Male 50.70%
Female 49.30%
English Language Learners:
  6.30%
Students with Disabilities:
  26.60%
Economic Need Index: 
  85.60%
Student Ethnicity:
Asian 2.20%
Black 57.30%
Hispanic 36.60%
White 2.00%
Other 1.90%
Teacher Ethnicity:
Black 25.00%
Hispanic 18.80%
White 50.00%
Other 6.20%
IEP Statistics (2023-24)
IEP Services
Students with IEPs
  23.60%
Students with SETSS
  0.00%
Students with ICT
  16.90%
Students with SC
  0.30%
Has all programs
  96.00%
Has all services
  94.00%
IEP Student Performance
Regents English
  53
Regents US Hist.
  56
Regents Algebra I
  52
Regents Living Env.
  50
4-Year Grad. Rate
  95.2
IEP Movement
Excellent
IEP Support 
  96.67%
Special Education Programs & Services (2024-25)
ProgramFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Integrated Co-Teaching Services83 (99%)<=5 (?)<=5 (?)
SETSS<=5 (100%)0 (0%)0 (0%)
Special Class0 (0%)<=5 (100%)0 (0%)
ServiceFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Counseling Services>5 (96%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (4%)
Counseling Services Bilingual<=5 (100%)0 (0%)0 (0%)
Hearing Education Services<=5 (67%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (33%)
Occupational Therapy<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Speech-Language Therapy>5 (93%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (7%)
Speech-Language Therapy Bilingual0 (0%)<=5 (100%)0 (0%)
Vision Education Services<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
TransportationNumber Receiving
Curb to School8 (89%)
Stop to School<=5 (?)
Unassigned<=5 (?)

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's Special Education Reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/government-reports/special-education-reports

ELL Performance (2023-24)
Regents English
  54
Regents US Hist.
  58
Regents Algebra I
  52
Regents Living Env.
  48
4-Year Grad. Rate
  100
ELL Progress
  53
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