BELMONT PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL
371 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Belmont Preparatory High School, located on the historic Fordham Road corridor in the Bronx, is a public secondary school that emphasizes a college-preparatory curriculum within a structured and supportive learning environment. As part of the New York City Department of Education system, the school is dedicated to preparing its diverse student body for post-secondary success by fostering academic rigor, critical thinking, and civic responsibility. It typically offers a comprehensive range of Regents-level courses, elective programs, and extracurricular activities designed to engage students both inside and outside the classroom.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to student development and its community-focused approach to education. By leveraging its location in the heart of the Bronx, Belmont Prep often integrates local resources and partnerships to provide students with expanded opportunities for growth. The school’s culture focuses on high expectations, encouraging students to develop the discipline and skills necessary to navigate the challenges of higher education and professional careers. Through its dedicated faculty and clear mission, Belmont Preparatory remains an important educational anchor for students in the surrounding neighborhoods.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to student development and its community-focused approach to education. By leveraging its location in the heart of the Bronx, Belmont Prep often integrates local resources and partnerships to provide students with expanded opportunities for growth. The school’s culture focuses on high expectations, encouraging students to develop the discipline and skills necessary to navigate the challenges of higher education and professional careers. Through its dedicated faculty and clear mission, Belmont Preparatory remains an important educational anchor for students in the surrounding neighborhoods.
371
Total Students
27.9
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
84.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic | 255 |
| Black | 84 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More | 8 |
| American Indian | 5 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Hispanic255 (68.7 %)
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Black84 (22.6 %)
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White12 (3.2 %)
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Two or More8 (2.2 %)
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Asian5 (1.3 %)
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American Indian5 (1.3 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.5 %)
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 #10 |
| Phone: | (718)733-4559 |
| Website: | http://www.belmontprephs.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 371 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 27.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | N/A |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 308 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 5 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
101
Grade 10
97
Grade 11
87
Grade 12
86
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 101 |
| Grade 10 | 97 |
| Grade 11 | 87 |
| Grade 12 | 86 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 197 | 53.1% |
| Male | 174 | 46.9% |
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