Bronx High School of Science, The (10X445)

75 West 205 Street, Bronx, NY 10468, Bronx
Phone: 718-817-7700
Hours: 8:00am - 3:45pm
School Website: https://bxscience.edu
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/10X445/
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School Leader: Marian Hoyle (mhoyle@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Rebecca Barreras (rbarreras@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Rebecca Barreras (rbarreras@schools.nyc.gov)
Respect for All Liaison: Jacole Mills (jmills@schools.nyc.gov)
Sexual Harassment Prevention Liaison: Latisha Coombs (lcoombs@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Sandra Smith (ssmith56@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Denise Longano (dlongano@schools.nyc.gov)
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About

The Bronx High School of Science educates an academically gifted community of learners through a rigorous STEM curriculum. All academic disciplines are taught through the lens of inquiry to emphasize critical thinking and problem solving. The school cultivates a diverse community of lifelong learners who discover their passions through a collaborative and supportive network of students, educators and alumni. Drawing upon a long tradition of academic success, the Bronx High School of Science prepares students to flourish in the best colleges and universities, creating leaders and visionaries of the future. Included among the school's alumni are nine Nobel Prize winners and nine Pulitzer Prize winners.

Reports: School Budget | PTA Financials | Room Utilization

Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 87%

Other Features: College Courses On Site, College Trips, Computer Science Coursework, Expert College and Career Advisor On Staff, Online Grading System

School Features:

  • Specialized School
  • SHSAT Required
  • Guidance Counselors, Social Workers, Bilingual Guidance Counselors

AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
AP Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Chinese Language and Culture, AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP Computer Science A, AP English Language and Composition...[more]
Course List
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Languages Offered
French, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Mandarin, Spanish
Boys PSAL Sports
Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Fencing, Handball, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling
Girls PSAL Sports
Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Fencing, Flag Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling
Co-ed PSAL Sports
Cricket, Golf
PSAL Team
Bronx HS Of Science
Clubs
3D Modeling, Aerospace Club, African Students Association (ASA), Alive Poets Society, American Sign Language Education (ASL), Amnesty International x UNICEF (AxU), Anatomy Club, Ancient Classics and Mythology Club, Anime Club, Anthropology Club...[more]
Art Courses
Art History, Chorus/Singing, Digital Media Arts, Music Industry & Contemporary Music, Traditional and Studio Art
Arts Summary
The Bronx High School of Science significantly enriches our STEM education focus by offering numerous opportunities for students to explore the arts. Our mission is to provide interdisciplinary experiences that blend fine arts, visual arts, music, and drama. Students regularly showcase their talents both in school and in the broader community. At Bronx Science, our high-caliber Winter and Spring Concerts feature performances by our concert band, jazz band, chorus, and orchestra. The S!NG program delivers outstanding performances, written and performed by our talented students. Our students actively participate in the annual mask creation contest and have achieved recognition in various photography competitions. Editors and contributors are busy designing Dynamo and Vox Discipulorum, our literary and world language magazines that include a great amount of student artwork along with poetry and prose. Many of our musicians and artists have earned accolades in numerous contests across the city and county. We take pride in the annual dance performances by NASHA and LUNAR, our vibrant student clubs. Additionally, our students produce a weekly television program, Wolverine TV, demonstrating their creativity and technical skills.
Programs
The Bronx High School of Science(X89S)
Science & Math

Admission to this Specialized High School is based solely on the score obtained on the Specialized High Schools Admission Test (SHSAT). Students should speak to their school counselors in the Fall to register for the SHSAT.

Method:
Requirement:
Offers are made based on Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT) score.

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
Applicants / Seats: 12,360 / 598 (20.67)19,396 / 748 (25.93)
SHSAT Cutoffs (9th) 518526
SHSAT Cutoffs (10th) 525650
SHSAT Discovery Range 455 - 491
School Student & Admissions Statistics
School Year
2024-25
2023-24
2022-23
Total Students Across All Grades
2,953
2,979
2,949
    Grade 12 Students
751
718
728
    Grade 11 Students
734
756
721
    Grade 10 Students
749
748
764
    Grade 9 Students
719
757
736
Avg. Class Size
31.0
31.4
31.2
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
20.8
21.3
21.1
Safety Comp. / Susp. / NYPD
8 / 0 / 4
31 / 28 / 4
36 / 14 / 3
Attendance %
96%
96%
Graduation %
99%
99%
College %
91%
97%
Total Applicants / Seats
Total Offers
13,872 / 598
738
14,091 / 598
712
14,231 / 723
731

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 90% responded
Academic Rigor 
  87.17%
Academic Engagement 
  66.27%
Safety 
  84.38%
Bully Prevention 
  80.50%
Inclusivity 
  82.82%
Mental Support 
  68.75%
Environment 
  68.71%
Post-School Support 
  71.70%
Teacher Responses 53% responded
Academic Rigor 
  85.00%
School Satisfaction 
  89.38%
Student Behavior 
  78.78%
Student Support 
  86.40%
School Leadership 
  90.87%
Instructional Clarity 
  86.20%
Instructional Development 
  84.39%
Post-School Support 
  90.17%
Family Responses 35% responded
Education 
  92.50%
Teacher Support 
  77.50%
Safety 
  84.33%
School Community 
  64.25%
School Leadership 
  85.80%
Post-School Support 
  94.00%
IEP Support 
  78.33%

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. %
  99.20%
CC Regents
  89
Non-CC Regents
  90
Impact Score
  0.88
Performance Score
  1.04
College Aptitude
CCR
  95.50%
ACT English
  31.7
ACT Math
  32
ACT Reading
  31.7
ACT Science
  30.2
SAT Math
  741
SAT R/W
  708
Postsecondary
2-Year College 0.50%
4-Year College 97.80%
Public Service 0.50%
Unknown 1.20%

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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 53.90%
Female 46.10%
English Language Learners:
  0.00%
Students with Disabilities:
  1.60%
Economic Need Index: 
  45.40%
Student Ethnicity:
Asian 60.80%
Black 5.40%
Hispanic 10.10%
White 19.80%
Other 3.90%
Teacher Ethnicity:
Asian 17.00%
Hispanic 10.60%
White 66.00%
Other 6.40%

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
  1.80%
Students with SETSS
  0.50%
Students with ICT
  0.30%
Students with SC
  0.00%
Has all programs
  77.00%
Has all services
  97.00%
IEP Student Performance
4-Year Grad. Rate
  90.90%
IEP Movement
Excellent
IEP Support 
  78.33%

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 Services13 (100%)0 (0%)0 (0%)
SETSS9 (90%)<=5 (?)<=5 (?)
ServiceFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Counseling Services>5 (96%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (4%)
Hearing Education Services<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Occupational Therapy0 (0%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (100%)
Speech-Language Therapy>5 (92%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (8%)
Vision Education Services<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
TransportationNumber Receiving
Curb to School<=5 (?)
Stop to School0 (0%)
Unassigned<=5 (?)

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

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