BRONX ACADEMY FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (BASE)

BRONX ACADEMY FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (BASE) 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 429 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 34 teachers, BRONX ACADEMY FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (BASE) 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.

The BRONX ACADEMY FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (BASE) is a specialized public high school located in the Belmont section of the Bronx, New York. As a school focused on STEM and career readiness, BASE is designed to bridge the gap between traditional classroom learning and the professional technology industry. The curriculum integrates rigorous academics with a deep emphasis on computer science, software engineering, and digital literacy, preparing students for both higher education and careers in the tech sector.

Beyond its academic core, BASE is well-regarded for its partnership-driven approach, often collaborating with industry professionals and tech organizations to provide students with mentorship, internships, and real-world project experience. The school fosters a supportive, small-school environment that encourages creativity, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving. By focusing on modern technical skills—such as coding and software development—BASE aims to empower its diverse student body with the tools necessary to compete and succeed in an increasingly digital global economy.

For more information, contact BRONX ACADEMY FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (BASE) at (718) 733-6024 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.