Bronx Health Sciences High School

Academic performance data is not provided in this dataset, limiting direct comparison to district averages. The school offers AP Courses alongside ELL support and World Language instruction, fitting its health sciences focus. Class sizes average 23.8 students, matching the district average exactly.

This is where the school truly distinguishes itself. Parent satisfaction stands at 95% versus the district average of 93%, but the deeper story is in the trust metrics: 97% of parents trust their children's teachers, 96% trust the principal, and teachers report 95% trust in the principal alongside 92% collegial trust among staff. Teacher instruction quality scores 97%, well above the district average of 92%. Most notably, the school recorded zero suspensions in the reporting period — compared to a district average suspension rate of nearly 0.5%. The day-to-day feel is clearly one where families feel heard, teachers feel supported, and discipline is handled through means other than exclusion.

With 364 students, the school is small for a high school, which may contribute to the strong personal relationships reflected in the survey data. The student body is predominantly Black (52%) and Hispanic (33%), with smaller Asian (8%), White (2%), Multi-Racial (1%), and Native American (4%) populations. The diversity index of 64% reflects a student body that is more diverse than many Bronx schools. Notably, 79.1% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch (economic need index), and 15% have IEPs — indicating the school serves a high-need population while maintaining exceptional family satisfaction and zero suspensions.

Co-op City is a large, dense residential neighborhood in the Northeast Bronx known for its cooperative housing model. The area has a median household income of $58,565 with a relatively low 10.9% poverty rate, though only 26% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher — reflecting a working-class community. Safety indicators show concerns: crime density is elevated, and environmental health metrics (elevated lead rates, asthma emergency department visits) suggest some health challenges. The neighborhood scores in the mid-50s to low-60s for safety, transit, and family resources, suggesting a solid but not exceptional urban environment.

The school is located on Baychester Avenue, accessible by local bus routes. Families from other parts of the Bronx may face longer commutes — especially those outside the immediate Co-op City area who were drawn by the school's health sciences focus and competitive admissions.