Bronx International High School

Test score data was not provided for this school, so a direct comparison to the district's 45% ELA and 45% math averages isn't possible. The school offers AP courses and a humanities-focused curriculum alongside ELL support — an important feature given the student body's linguistic diversity.

This is a school where families clearly feel heard: parent satisfaction hits 94%, and both parent-teacher and parent-principal trust scores sit at 97% — all above district averages. Teacher instruction quality is strong at 90%. But there's a notable divide in how staff view leadership: teacher-principal trust is only 56% (well below district norms), while teacher collegial trust is 76%. This suggests potential tension between teachers and the administration that doesn't extend to families. Attendance is solid at roughly 91%, and notably, there were zero suspensions last year — a stark contrast to the district average of 0.4%.

The student body mirrors the neighborhood: 78% Hispanic, 17% Black, with tiny Asian and white populations. Nearly all students (97%) are general education, with only 3% having IEPs — notably lower than typical district schools. The diversity index of 38% reflects a relatively homogeneous community. The school's screened admissions means this isn't a zoned school — families actively chose it, with 709 applicants competing for 86 seats.

Morrisania is a densely populated, working-class Bronx neighborhood with significant challenges. Median household income is just $33,049, and 34.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Only 9% of residents own homes, and just 15% have a bachelor's degree. Safety scores are very low (3/100), though transit access is excellent (72/100) and the neighborhood is very family-dense (88/100). There's a 15.1% elevated lead rate among children and high asthma emergency rates — environmental health concerns parents should be aware of.

The area is highly walkable and well-served by transit, making it accessible for families without cars. Students from across the Bronx apply here, so commute times vary.