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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic | 236 |
| Black | 120 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 1 |
| American Indian | 7 |
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Hispanic236 (63.6%)
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Black120 (32.3%)
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American Indian7 (1.9%)
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White6 (1.6%)
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Asian1 (0.3%)
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Two or More1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 92 |
| Grade 10 | 121 |
| Grade 11 | 79 |
| Grade 12 | 79 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 178 | 48% |
| Male | 193 | 52% |
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