BRONX ENVISION ACADEMY

BRONX ENVISION ACADEMY 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 424 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 30 teachers, BRONX ENVISION ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 ENVISION ACADEMY (BEA) is a small, public high school located in the Crotona section of the Bronx, dedicated to providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education rooted in the arts. As a member of the New York Performance Standards Consortium, the school distinguishes itself by utilizing performance-based assessment tasks—such as exhibitions, research papers, and portfolios—instead of a heavy reliance on traditional standardized testing. This approach is designed to foster critical thinking, deep inquiry, and student agency, ensuring that graduates are prepared not just for college entry, but for long-term academic success.

Beyond its academic structure, BRONX ENVISION ACADEMY emphasizes a supportive and inclusive school culture where the arts are integrated into the curriculum to promote self-expression and community engagement. The school prioritizes strong relationships between students and staff, often utilizing advisory programs to ensure every student feels known and supported. By combining high academic expectations with a creative, project-based learning environment, BEA aims to empower students from the local community to become thoughtful, articulate, and socially conscious citizens.

For more information, contact BRONX ENVISION ACADEMY at (718) 589-1590 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.