Archimedes Academy for Math, Science and Technology Applications

Let's be direct: the academic numbers are below district averages and have been for years. ELA proficiency at 34.4% and Math at 28.4% place this school well below the District 8 averages of 46% and 48%. The historical trend shows volatility — ELA peaked at 44% in 2022 but has since dropped back, while Math has climbed from a low of 11% in 2017 to current 28%. The overall score of 1.26 out of 4 is notably below the district average of 1.88. Grade 8 performs strongest in ELA (46.6%), while Grade 7 shows real strength in Math (39.6%). Students here are catching up, not leading — and parents should have realistic expectations about where this school sits academically.

Here's where Archimedes tells a different story. The survey data is extraordinary: 97% of families report satisfaction, 96% trust teachers, and an incredible 98% trust the principal. Teacher instruction quality scores 93%, well above the district average. There were zero suspensions — not one — in the reporting period, which is notable in a district where the average suspension rate is 0.63%. The trade-off: chronic absenteeism is high at 47%, affecting nearly half of students. The family survey response rate of 99% suggests deep community buy-in. Teachers report slightly lower collegial trust (81%) compared to family trust, but still solid. The day-to-day feel appears to be one where families feel heard, discipline is handled without exclusion, and teachers believe in their instruction — even if getting kids to show up consistently is a challenge.

The student body reflects the neighborhood: 62% Hispanic, 28% Black, 7% Asian, 2% White. With a diversity index of 54% and 85% economic need, this is a high-need community. Thirty percent of students have IEPs — notably higher than many schools. The demographics mirror the Soundview-Clason Point area, which has a median household income of $64,400 and where only 22% of adults have a bachelor's degree. Families here are working-class and the school serves as a neighborhood anchor.

Soundview-Clason Point in the Bronx is a working-class neighborhood with real challenges. The safety score of 42 and education orientation of just 20 (very low) reflect the reality that this isn't a neighborhood with abundant educational resources. Transit access is moderate (46), and the area has elevated environmental concerns (lead elevated rate of 15.2%, asthma rates at 75.5 per 1,000). However, stability is high (74) and homeownership sits at 28%, suggesting a rooted community. Families should know the neighborhood has seen investment in recent years but still carries the characteristics of a high-poverty area.

The area is walkable with decent transit options, though families from farther afield may find the commute longer. White Plains Road is a main thoroughfare with bus service.