BRONX LEADERSHIP ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL

371 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Bronx Leadership Academy High School (BLA), located on Webster Avenue in the Bronx, is a public secondary school that emphasizes a college-preparatory curriculum grounded in the principles of leadership and civic engagement. The school is known for fostering a supportive, small-school environment that encourages students to take an active role in their education while developing the interpersonal skills necessary for professional and personal success. By integrating leadership development into daily academic life, the school aims to empower students to become advocates for themselves and their communities.

Academically, Bronx Leadership Academy provides a comprehensive range of Regents-level courses and extracurricular opportunities designed to prepare students for life after high school. The school prioritizes individualized attention, utilizing a structured approach to ensure that students meet rigorous academic standards while navigating the challenges of adolescence. Through a blend of challenging coursework and school-wide initiatives, BLA strives to create a culture of accountability and high expectations, aiming to equip its diverse student body with the necessary tools to pursue higher education and meaningful career pathways.
371
Total Students
33.8
Full-Time Teachers
11.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
98.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for BRONX LEADERSHIP ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White6
Hispanic236
Black120
Asian1
Two or More1
American Indian7
  • Hispanic
    236 (63.6%)
  • Black
    120 (32.3%)
  • American Indian
    7 (1.9%)
  • White
    6 (1.6%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3%)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
Phone: (718)299-4274
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 371
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 33.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 357
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 9
Grades Taught
Grade 9 92
Grade 10 121
Grade 11 79
Grade 12 79

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for BRONX LEADERSHIP ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 992
Grade 10121
Grade 1179
Grade 1279
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for BRONX LEADERSHIP ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17848%
Male19352%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)