NORTH BRONX SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT

370 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
The **North Bronx School of Empowerment (NBSE)** is a public secondary school located in the Olinville neighborhood of the Bronx, New York. Serving students in grades 6 through 12, the school operates with a mission rooted in the belief that academic success is driven by strong relationships and a supportive, structured environment. NBSE emphasizes a personalized approach to education, aiming to cultivate students who are not only academically prepared for college and careers but also socially conscious and empowered to contribute to their communities.

The school is known for its "small school" philosophy, which allows for more individualized attention and a close-knit campus culture. The curriculum is designed to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and civic engagement. In addition to core academic subjects, NBSE typically offers a variety of extracurricular activities, sports, and enrichment programs designed to provide students with a well-rounded experience. By focusing on both the intellectual and personal development of its students, the North Bronx School of Empowerment seeks to bridge the achievement gap and provide equitable opportunities for the diverse youth of the Bronx.
370
Total Students
32.3
Full-Time Teachers
11.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
80.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for NORTH BRONX SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT
Demographic Student Count
White11
Hispanic179
Black165
Asian6
Two or More5
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    179 (48.4 %)
  • Black
    165 (44.6 %)
  • White
    11 (3.0 %)
  • Asian
    6 (1.6 %)
  • Two or More
    5 (1.4 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle 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 #11
Phone: (718)652-0519
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 370
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.5
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 295
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Grade 6 117
Grade 7 114
Grade 8 139

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for NORTH BRONX SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT
Grade Student Count
Grade 6117
Grade 7114
Grade 8139
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for NORTH BRONX SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18550%
Male18550%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)