School Overview
Bronx Theatre High School, located in the Kingsbridge section of the Bronx, is a specialized public high school dedicated to integrating rigorous academic study with professional-level training in the performing arts. By operating under the belief that the arts are an essential component of a well-rounded education, the school provides students with a challenging curriculum that meets New York State Regents requirements while simultaneously offering immersive experiences in acting, stagecraft, directing, and playwriting. Through partnerships with local cultural organizations and theater professionals, the school aims to cultivate both creative expression and critical thinking skills in its diverse student body.

Beyond its artistic curriculum, Bronx Theatre High School is known for fostering a supportive, community-oriented environment that emphasizes social-emotional growth alongside academic achievement. The school encourages students to take ownership of their learning by participating in various ensemble-based projects, which promote collaboration, discipline, and confidence. By balancing traditional core subjects with hands-on artistic exploration, the school prepares its graduates for success in a wide range of post-secondary paths, whether they choose to pursue a professional career in the arts or apply the creative problem-solving skills they have gained to other academic and vocational fields.
217
Total Students
24.6
Full-Time Teachers
8.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
92.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for BRONX THEATRE HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White5
Hispanic147
Black59
Two or More3
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    147 (68.1%)
  • Black
    59 (27.3%)
  • White
    5 (2.3%)
  • Two or More
    3 (1.4%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.9%)
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 #10
Phone: (718)329-2902
Website: http://www.bxtheatre.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 217
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.8
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 199
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 2
Grades Taught
Grade 9 37
Grade 10 55
Grade 11 67
Grade 12 56
Ungraded 2

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for BRONX THEATRE HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 937
Grade 1055
Grade 1167
Grade 1256
Ungraded2
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for BRONX THEATRE HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female12356.7%
Male9342.9%
Not Specified10.4%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)