BRONX THEATRE HIGH SCHOOL
276 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Bronx Theatre High School, located in the Kingsbridge section of the Bronx, is a specialized public high school dedicated to integrating rigorous academic study with professional-level training in the performing arts. By operating under the belief that the arts are an essential component of a well-rounded education, the school provides students with a challenging curriculum that meets New York State Regents requirements while simultaneously offering immersive experiences in acting, stagecraft, directing, and playwriting. Through partnerships with local cultural organizations and theater professionals, the school aims to cultivate both creative expression and critical thinking skills in its diverse student body.
Beyond its artistic curriculum, Bronx Theatre High School is known for fostering a supportive, community-oriented environment that emphasizes social-emotional growth alongside academic achievement. The school encourages students to take ownership of their learning by participating in various ensemble-based projects, which promote collaboration, discipline, and confidence. By balancing traditional core subjects with hands-on artistic exploration, the school prepares its graduates for success in a wide range of post-secondary paths, whether they choose to pursue a professional career in the arts or apply the creative problem-solving skills they have gained to other academic and vocational fields.
Beyond its artistic curriculum, Bronx Theatre High School is known for fostering a supportive, community-oriented environment that emphasizes social-emotional growth alongside academic achievement. The school encourages students to take ownership of their learning by participating in various ensemble-based projects, which promote collaboration, discipline, and confidence. By balancing traditional core subjects with hands-on artistic exploration, the school prepares its graduates for success in a wide range of post-secondary paths, whether they choose to pursue a professional career in the arts or apply the creative problem-solving skills they have gained to other academic and vocational fields.
276
Total Students
26.1
Full-Time Teachers
10.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
72.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic | 160 |
| Black | 84 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 18 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic160 (58.2 %)
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Black84 (30.5 %)
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Two or More18 (6.5 %)
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White8 (2.9 %)
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American Indian3 (1.1 %)
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Asian1 (0.4 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.4 %)
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)329-2902 |
| Website: | http://www.bxtheatre.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 276 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 26.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | N/A |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 199 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 2 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
79
Grade 10
66
Grade 11
68
Grade 12
63
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 79 |
| Grade 10 | 66 |
| Grade 11 | 68 |
| Grade 12 | 63 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 169 | 61.2% |
| Male | 106 | 38.4% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.4% |
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