BRONX LEADERSHIP ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL

328 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Bronx Leadership Academy High School (BLA), located on Webster Avenue in the Bronx, is a public secondary school that emphasizes a college-preparatory curriculum grounded in the principles of leadership and civic engagement. The school is known for fostering a supportive, small-school environment that encourages students to take an active role in their education while developing the interpersonal skills necessary for professional and personal success. By integrating leadership development into daily academic life, the school aims to empower students to become advocates for themselves and their communities.

Academically, Bronx Leadership Academy provides a comprehensive range of Regents-level courses and extracurricular opportunities designed to prepare students for life after high school. The school prioritizes individualized attention, utilizing a structured approach to ensure that students meet rigorous academic standards while navigating the challenges of adolescence. Through a blend of challenging coursework and school-wide initiatives, BLA strives to create a culture of accountability and high expectations, aiming to equip its diverse student body with the necessary tools to pursue higher education and meaningful career pathways.
328
Total Students
28.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
111.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for BRONX LEADERSHIP ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White3
Hispanic208
Black100
Asian2
Two or More11
American Indian4
  • Hispanic
    208 (63.4 %)
  • Black
    100 (30.5 %)
  • Two or More
    11 (3.4 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (1.2 %)
  • White
    3 (0.9 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
Phone: (718)299-4274
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 328
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 357
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 9
Grades Taught
Grade 9 73
Grade 10 84
Grade 11 75
Grade 12 96

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for BRONX LEADERSHIP ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 973
Grade 1084
Grade 1175
Grade 1296
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for BRONX LEADERSHIP ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16450%
Male16450%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)