Serving 365 students in grades 9-12, Belmont Preparatory High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belmont Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Belmont Preparatory High School's student population of 365 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Mascot
Wildcats
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Colors
White, Black, Grey, Purple
School Rankings
Belmont Preparatory High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belmont Preparatory High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#430 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
74%
30%
Black
21%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belmont Preparatory High School's ranking?
Belmont Preparatory High School is ranked #430 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Belmont Preparatory High School often compared to?
Belmont Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Knowledge And Power Prep Academy International High School, Fordham Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belmont Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of Belmont Preparatory High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Belmont Preparatory High School?
365 students attend Belmont Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Belmont Preparatory High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belmont Preparatory High School?
Belmont Preparatory High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Belmont Preparatory High School offer ?
Belmont Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belmont Preparatory High School part of?
Belmont Preparatory High School is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is Belmont Preparatory High School located?
Belmont Preparatory High School is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 19 other public schools located in Belmont.
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