BRONX SCHOOL OF LAW AND FINANCE
348 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The Bronx School of Law and Finance (BSLF), located in the Marble Hill neighborhood of the Bronx, is a public secondary school dedicated to preparing students for success in both higher education and professional careers. As its name suggests, the school integrates a rigorous academic core with specialized curricula centered on legal studies, business, and financial literacy. By emphasizing critical thinking, research, and analytical skills, BSLF aims to provide students with a foundational understanding of the complexities of the legal and economic systems, fostering an environment that encourages civic engagement and professional development.
Beyond its academic focus, the school is known for fostering a supportive community environment that leverages various partnerships to enhance student learning. BSLF frequently engages with community organizations, law firms, and financial institutions to provide students with extracurricular opportunities, such as mock trial competitions, internships, and mentorship programs. This approach is designed to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application, ensuring that students graduate not only with a high school diploma but also with the practical tools and networking experience necessary to excel in competitive collegiate and career pathways.
Beyond its academic focus, the school is known for fostering a supportive community environment that leverages various partnerships to enhance student learning. BSLF frequently engages with community organizations, law firms, and financial institutions to provide students with extracurricular opportunities, such as mock trial competitions, internships, and mentorship programs. This approach is designed to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application, ensuring that students graduate not only with a high school diploma but also with the practical tools and networking experience necessary to excel in competitive collegiate and career pathways.
348
Total Students
25.9
Full-Time Teachers
13.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
88.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic | 234 |
| Black | 65 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More | 34 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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Hispanic234 (67.2 %)
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Black65 (18.7 %)
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Two or More34 (9.8 %)
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White7 (2.0 %)
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Asian5 (1.4 %)
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American Indian3 (0.9 %)
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)561-0113 |
| Website: | http://www.lawandfinance.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 348 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 25.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | N/A |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 305 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 2 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
96
Grade 10
96
Grade 11
68
Grade 12
87
Ungraded
1
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 96 |
| Grade 10 | 96 |
| Grade 11 | 68 |
| Grade 12 | 87 |
| Ungraded | 1 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 184 | 52.9% |
| Male | 164 | 47.1% |
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