BRONX LATIN SCHOOL

BRONX LATIN SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 576 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 50 teachers, BRONX LATIN SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

BRONX LATIN SCHOOL, located at 800 Home St in the Bronx, is a public secondary school that operates on a philosophy rooted in the classical tradition. Serving grades 6 through 12, the school emphasizes a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum designed to foster critical thinking, strong communication skills, and academic discipline. By integrating traditional liberal arts education with modern pedagogical practices, Bronx Latin aims to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of higher education and professional leadership.

Beyond its academic focus, the school is known for cultivating a supportive and structured community environment. It places a significant emphasis on character development, civic responsibility, and the cultivation of an "intellectual community" where students are encouraged to engage deeply with humanities, mathematics, and science. Through a combination of small class sizes, personalized attention, and a commitment to high expectations, Bronx Latin strives to bridge the opportunity gap and empower its students to succeed in competitive academic settings.

For more information, contact BRONX LATIN SCHOOL at (718) 991-6349 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.