CINEMA SCHOOL (THE)

CINEMA SCHOOL (THE) 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 294 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 22 teachers, CINEMA SCHOOL (THE) has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 Cinema School, located in the Bronx, is a unique public secondary school that integrates traditional academics with a rigorous, hands-on film and media arts curriculum. As the first of its kind in the nation, the school partners with the Ghetto Film School to provide students with a comprehensive education that balances core subjects like math, science, and history with professional-grade instruction in screenwriting, cinematography, editing, and directing. By bridging the gap between standard classroom learning and the creative industry, the institution aims to prepare students for both college readiness and potential careers in the media arts.

Beyond technical training, the school fosters a collaborative environment that emphasizes critical thinking, storytelling, and digital literacy. Students are encouraged to develop their own voices and perspectives through their film projects, which are often showcased in public forums. With its mission rooted in the belief that storytelling is an essential educational tool, The Cinema School offers a specialized pathway for students who are passionate about visual media, providing them with the resources, professional mentorship, and creative autonomy to excel in a highly competitive and evolving field.

For more information, contact CINEMA SCHOOL (THE) at (718) 620-2560 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.