HIGH SCHOOL FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS

289 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The **High School of Contemporary Arts (HSCA)**, located in the Bronx, is a specialized secondary school that emphasizes a robust integration of academic rigor and creative expression. The school is built on the philosophy that the arts are a vital lens through which students can engage with the world, encouraging pupils to develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills through a blend of traditional core curricula and various artistic disciplines. By fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration, the institution aims to prepare students not only for post-secondary education but for meaningful roles in a modern, innovation-driven society.

Beyond its academic and artistic focus, HSCA is recognized for its commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for its diverse student body. The school leverages its Bronx location to cultivate strong community ties, often utilizing New York City’s vast cultural resources to enhance learning experiences. Through personalized instruction, extracurricular opportunities, and a strong emphasis on student voice, the High School of Contemporary Arts strives to empower its students to become well-rounded, socially conscious, and adaptable lifelong learners.
289
Total Students
38.7
Full-Time Teachers
7.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HIGH SCHOOL FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS
Demographic Student Count
White7
Hispanic140
Black124
Asian4
Two or More7
American Indian5
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    140 (48.4%)
  • Black
    124 (42.9%)
  • White
    7 (2.4%)
  • Two or More
    7 (2.4%)
  • American Indian
    5 (1.7%)
  • Asian
    4 (1.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.7%)
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 #11
Phone: (718)944-5610
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 289
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 38.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 7.5
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 273
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 59
Grade 10 78
Grade 11 62
Grade 12 90

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HIGH SCHOOL FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS
Grade Student Count
Grade 959
Grade 1078
Grade 1162
Grade 1290
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HIGH SCHOOL FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17058.8%
Male11941.2%
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