NEW DIRECTIONS SECONDARY SCHOOL

NEW DIRECTIONS SECONDARY SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 222 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, NEW DIRECTIONS SECONDARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

NEW DIRECTIONS SECONDARY SCHOOL, located at 240 E 172nd St in the Bronx, is a specialized transfer high school within the New York City Department of Education system. It is specifically designed to serve students who have struggled in traditional high school settings, are over-age for their grade level, or have experienced significant credit deficiencies. By offering a smaller, more supportive environment, the school aims to help students who have fallen behind get back on track toward graduation through personalized academic planning and focused instructional support.

The school’s mission emphasizes re-engagement, providing a "second chance" for students to earn their Regents diplomas. The curriculum and programming are structured to provide more flexibility than a standard comprehensive high school, often incorporating smaller class sizes and social-emotional support services to address the diverse needs of its student population. By prioritizing individualized attention, NEW DIRECTIONS SECONDARY SCHOOL seeks to empower its students to overcome past academic barriers and prepare them for post-secondary success, whether that includes college, vocational training, or the workforce.

For more information, contact NEW DIRECTIONS SECONDARY SCHOOL at (718) 410-4343 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.