At a Glance
A high-demand high school where teachers and families report exceptional trust and instruction quality in a neighborhood where nearly every student comes from economic hardship
Families who prioritize a supportive school culture with high teacher and parent trust over test score performance; families with children who have IEPs or need specialized support; families looking for a school with strong arts and extracurricular offerings in a transit-accessible Bronx neighborhood; families who value restorative discipline approaches over punitive ones.
- Survey scores that exceed 95% on parent satisfaction, teacher instruction quality, and parent-principal trust — unusually high for any NYC school
- Zero suspensions reported, contrasting sharply with district and city averages
- Robust arts programming including dance ensemble, musical theater, digital photography, and artist residencies
- ELL Support paired with Mandarin and Spanish language instruction — rare to see Mandarin in a Bronx high school
- 29% of students have IEPs, suggesting strong special education infrastructure
- Very high program richness score of 90/100 — extensive extracurricular offerings from anime club to step team to restorative justice committee
- Competitive admissions: 454 applicants for 86 seats (20% offer rate)
- No academic proficiency data provided — parents won’t be able to compare test scores to other schools
- Survey response rates are low (18% family, 27 teachers), so the high satisfaction scores may not represent the full community
- 29% IEP rate is high — while the school appears to handle this well, parents of neurotypical students should ask about rigorous academic programming
- The neighborhood has significant safety and environmental health concerns that families should weigh
- Limited unscreened admissions means some families may not get in, but it’s not a screened academic magnet — academic expectations may vary
- No attendance data provided, making it harder to assess day-to-day student engagement
Based on 2025 data
School SummaryDistrict 12
In District 12, Bronx Envision Academy stands out for its exceptional survey scores and strong family engagement — both areas where it outperforms peer schools significantly. The school’s zero suspensions and robust programming contrast with some nearby schools that struggle with discipline and resource constraints. However, without academic proficiency data, it’s difficult to directly compare student outcomes to peers like South Bronx Classical (96/100) or Bold Charter (88/100). What’s clear is that this school has built something distinctive in a district where many families face economic hardship: a trusted institution with strong teacher-family relationships.
Academic performance data was not provided for this school, so direct proficiency comparisons aren’t possible. However, the school offers AP Courses and a Humanities academic track, indicating college-preparatory programming. The average class size of 21.9 mirrors the district average, suggesting typical staffing levels.
The survey data here is the headline: 96% of parents report satisfaction, 97% trust their child’s teachers, and 98% trust the principal — numbers that put this school in the top tier of family trust citywide. Teachers rate instruction quality at 95% (compared to 88% district average), and 90% trust the principal. Notably, there were zero suspensions reported — a stark contrast to the 0.42% district average suspension rate. This suggests a school that has invested heavily in restorative practices or alternative discipline approaches. The trade-off: survey response rates are low (18% of families, 27 teacher responses), so while the scores are impressive, they represent a smaller slice of the community.
The student body reflects the neighborhood’s demographics: 64% Hispanic, 32% Black, with minimal Asian (1%) and White (1%) representation. This is a predominantly Black and Latino school in a neighborhood where families are predominantly working-class. Nearly a third of students (29%) have IEPs — notably higher than many schools — indicating robust special education services. The diversity index of 47% captures meaningful representation across racial and ethnic groups within the school community.
Crotona Park East is a family-dense neighborhood (84th percentile) in the Bronx with significant challenges. Median household income is just $41,412, and only 9.6% of residents own homes. Only 14.7% of residents have a bachelor’s degree or higher, reflecting lower educational attainment in the area. The neighborhood scores very low on safety (12.64 percentile) and education orientation (23.37 percentile), meaning families here are navigating real resource constraints. On the positive side, transit access is solid (67th percentile), and there are parks and community assets nearby. Environmental health indicators show elevated lead exposure (15.2%) and high asthma rates (75.5 per 1,000), which are real concerns for families with children who have respiratory issues.
The neighborhood is walkable and transit-accessible, with strong public transportation options — families without cars can reasonably get their children to school. However, the low safety percentile suggests parents may prefer to accompany younger students or arrange carpools, especially during evening hours.
Survey Results
NYC School Survey (2025) · 45 families responded (18% rate)
Programs & Activities
Admissions Demand
We believe that a strong college preparatory program includes opportunities for students to engage in a variety of courses. Committed art students may pursue in-depth study in visual art, dance, theater, or choral music throughout high school. We offer arts enrichment courses in the summer. BEA offers additional elective courses, academic support classes, and seven AP courses. All students participate in a strong advisory program and BEA's independent reading program.
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
Economic Need & Special Populations
Discipline
NYSED Student & Educator Database
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Bronx Envision Academy a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for Bronx Envision Academy yet on Motley. It's a public school serving grades 9 to 12 in Crotona Park East.
- What grades does Bronx Envision Academy serve?
- Bronx Envision Academy serves grades 9 to 12.
- How do students get into Bronx Envision Academy?
- Bronx Envision Academy uses the Educational Option (Ed-Opt) method, ranking applicants across performance levels so seats go to a mix of abilities.
- Is Bronx Envision Academy public, charter, or private?
- Bronx Envision Academy is a public school in NYC Community School District 12.
- What neighborhood is Bronx Envision Academy in?
- Bronx Envision Academy is in Crotona Park East, Bronx.
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