Metropolitan High School, The (12X248)

1180 REV. J.A. POLITE AVENUE, BRONX, NY 10459, Bronx
Phone: 718-991-4634
Hours: 8:20am - 2:40pm
School Website: https://www.themetropolitanhs.org/
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/12X248/
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School Leader: Mohamed Zaimi (mzaimi@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Marisol Lopez (mlopez160@schools.nyc.gov)
Respect for All Liaison: Johanny Zarzuela (jzarzuela@schools.nyc.gov)
Sexual Harassment Prevention Liaison: Johanny Zarzuela (jzarzuela@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Lydia Cordero (lcordero7@schools.nyc.gov)
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About

At The Metropolitan High School (12X248), we believe that learning should be fun, meaningful, and rooted in strong relationships. Our dedicated mentor teachers create a warm, supportive environment where students feel safe to take risks, explore their passions, and grow both academically and personally. With engaging lessons, hands-on experiences, and a vibrant school culture, we make education exciting while nurturing each students confidence and curiosity. Families can count on us to provide a caring community where every child is seen, heard, and inspired to succeed

Reports: School Budget | PTA Financials | Room Utilization

Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 61%

Academic Highlights: Cisco Networking, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program, FutureReadyNYC: Technology (Software Developer), Web Design

Other Features: College Courses Offered, College Courses On Site, College Trips, Community School, Community Service Expected, Computer Science Coursework, Dress Code, Extended Day Program, Financial Literacy Coursework, Free After School, Free After School Program, FutureReadyNYC School, Internships Available, Online Grading System, Orientation, Paid Internships, Program(s) with 1 SWD Applicant Per Seat, Summer Bridge, Summer Internships, Summer Orientation, Weekend Programs

School Features:

  • Guidance Counselors, Social Workers, Bilingual Social Workers

AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
AP Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP United States Government and Politics, AP United States History, AP World History: Modern, Chemistry (Advanced Science), Econ/Gov (Advanced Placement), ELA (Advanced Placement), World Languages (Advanced World Languages)
Course List
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Languages Offered
Spanish
Boys PSAL Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Soccer
Girls PSAL Sports
Badminton, Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball
PSAL Team
The Metropolitan High School
Clubs
After school tutoring, Career and College Fairs, Choir, Cooking club, Dance, Garden club, Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA), Monthly Perfect Attendance Trips, Monthly Townhall Celebrations, Music, Paid student internship, Phipps After-school, School-Wide Day Trips, Social Emotional Events, STEM club
Art Courses
Exploring Music, General Visual Arts, Music Industry & Contemporary Music
Arts Summary
The Metropolitan High School offers a music program that is accessible to all its students, distinguishing it from many other schools where such opportunities are limited. 100% of students at the school have access to music courses, which is significantly higher than the citywide average of 18%. This inclusive approach ensures that students from various backgrounds, particularly those from low-income households, can engage in music education.
Program Details
75X723 D75 Inclusion Program at Metropolitan High School, The(X77U)
D75 Inclusion Program, D75 Inclusion Program

Method:
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Students currently in or recommended for District 75 Special Education Inclusive Services

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:0 / 0 (0.00)0 / 0 (0.00)
SWD applicants/seats:1 / 1 (1.00)7 / 6 (1.17)
Rank Avg: 1.00
Waitlist
School Student & Admissions Statistics
School Year
2024-25
2023-24
2022-23
Total Students Across All Grades
177
167
156
    Grade 12 Students
26
23
36
    Grade 11 Students
18
36
25
    Grade 10 Students
73
42
50
    Grade 9 Students
60
66
45
Avg. Class Size
18.4
19.2
18.7
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
8.4
9.1
9.0
Safety Comp. / Susp. / NYPD
14 / 0 / 12
26 / 49 / 21
16 / 32 / 15
Attendance %
80%
83%
Graduation %
74%
76%
College %
22%
31%
Total Applicants / Seats
Total Offers
264 (31) / 114
31
228 (33) / 151
0
314 (52) / 145
62

This data was gathered from various NYC DOE reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/information-and-data-overview

Survey Summary & Data (2024-25)
Student Responses 65% responded
Academic Rigor 
  65.67%
Academic Engagement 
  63.45%
Safety 
  71.88%
Bully Prevention 
  67.25%
Inclusivity 
  75.55%
Mental Support 
  69.25%
Environment 
  64.21%
Post-School Support 
  75.20%
Teacher Responses 73% responded
Academic Rigor 
  72.00%
School Satisfaction 
  83.63%
Student Behavior 
  67.44%
Student Support 
  89.20%
School Leadership 
  99.20%
Instructional Clarity 
  97.60%
Instructional Development 
  88.61%
Post-School Support 
  88.67%
Family Responses 76% responded
Education 
  73.63%
Teacher Support 
  75.67%
Safety 
  75.67%
School Community 
  63.63%
School Leadership 
  69.50%
Post-School Support 
  71.00%
IEP Support 
  54.67%

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

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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. %
  74.30%
CC Regents
  47
Non-CC Regents
  54
Impact Score
  0.15
Performance Score
  0.13
College Aptitude
CCR
  22.60%
SAT Math
  375
SAT R/W
  376
Postsecondary
2-Year College 17.30%
4-Year College 13.40%
Unknown 69.30%

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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 55.90%
Female 44.10%
English Language Learners:
  15.30%
Students with Disabilities:
  35.00%
Economic Need Index: 
  0.00%
Student Ethnicity:
Black 37.30%
Hispanic 59.30%
White 0.60%
Other 2.80%
Teacher Ethnicity:
Black 33.30%
White 33.30%
Other 33.40%

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

IEP Statistics (2023-24)
IEP Services
Students with IEPs
  35.90%
Students with SETSS
  0.60%
Students with ICT
  28.10%
Students with SC
  0.60%
Has all programs
  91.00%
Has all services
  86.00%
IEP Student Performance
Regents English
  34
Regents Gl. Hist.
  47
Regents US Hist.
  46
Regents Algebra I
  51
Regents Living Env.
  40
4-Year Grad. Rate
  69.2
IEP Movement
Excellent
IEP Support 
  54.67%

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

Special Education Programs & Services (2024-25)
ProgramFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Integrated Co-Teaching Services49 (88%)7 (13%)0 (0%)
ServiceFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Counseling Services36 (86%)N/A (N/A)6 (14%)
Occupational Therapy0 (0%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (100%)
Speech-Language Therapy22 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Speech-Language Therapy Bilingual0 (0%)<=5 (100%)0 (0%)
TransportationNumber Receiving
Curb to School7 (58%)
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
  39
Regents Gl. Hist.
  52
Regents Algebra I
  52
Regents Living Env.
  43
4-Year Grad. Rate
  72.7
ELL Progress
  40

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

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