SOUTH BRONX ACADEMY FOR APPLIED MEDIA

SOUTH BRONX ACADEMY FOR APPLIED MEDIA is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 249 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 23 teachers, SOUTH BRONX ACADEMY FOR APPLIED MEDIA has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

SOUTH BRONX ACADEMY FOR APPLIED MEDIA (SBAAM), located at 778 Forest Avenue in the Bronx, is a public middle school (serving grades 6–8) that emphasizes a curriculum grounded in digital literacy and media production. The school seeks to prepare students for the demands of the 21st century by integrating technology into daily instruction, allowing students to engage with core academic subjects through a creative, media-focused lens. By blending traditional academics with applied learning, the school aims to cultivate critical thinking, communication, and technical skills in a supportive environment.

Beyond its academic focus, SBAAM is recognized for its commitment to community and social-emotional development. The school prioritizes fostering a collaborative culture where students are encouraged to be active participants in their own education. With a strong emphasis on preparing students for the transition to high school, the academy utilizes its media-rich environment to help students find their unique voices and develop the confidence necessary to succeed in an increasingly digital world.

For more information, contact SOUTH BRONX ACADEMY FOR APPLIED MEDIA at (718) 401-0059 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.