DISCOVERY HIGH SCHOOL

DISCOVERY HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 451 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 35 teachers, DISCOVERY HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

DISCOVERY HIGH SCHOOL, located in the Bronx, is a public school that operates with a focus on inquiry-based learning and personalized student development. As a small learning community, the school emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum designed to prepare students for the demands of college and professional careers. By fostering a collaborative environment, the school encourages students to take an active role in their education, often utilizing project-based assessments that help bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application.

Beyond academics, DISCOVERY HIGH SCHOOL prioritizes the social and emotional growth of its student body. The school culture is built on values of inclusivity, mutual respect, and community engagement, aiming to provide a supportive atmosphere where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive. Through partnerships with local organizations and a commitment to individualized attention, the school strives to equip its graduates with the critical thinking skills, character, and confidence necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving global society.

For more information, contact DISCOVERY HIGH SCHOOL at (718) 733-3872 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2780 RESERVOIR AVE
BRONX, NY 10468
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DISCOVERY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in BRONX, NY with about 451 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
451
Teachers:
35.01
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 451 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DISCOVERY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 74% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
73.8%
Black or African American
18.8%
White
2.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.8%
Asian
1.8%
Two or more races
0.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
46.1%
Male
53.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.