Discovery High School

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Discovery High School

Public Middle, High School | Grade 8-12
2780 Reservoir Ave,  Bronx, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 10
3.8
4.1
422 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Principal - Ms. Rolando Rivera
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1100
Average ACT Score
28
Math Proficiency
48%
Reading Proficiency
80%
Average GPA
3.45
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A
Teachers
C+
College Prep
A-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
C+
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.45
Reading Proficiency
80%
Math Proficiency
48%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
28
Full Time Teachers
28
Teachers in First or Second Year
33.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1100
Math
560
Verbal
550
Average ACT
28
Math
26
English
31
Reading
28
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
3
AP Pass Rate
29.6%
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
222:1

Student Diversity

Male
57.8%
Female
42.2%
Economically disadvantaged
91.8%
Hispanic
79%
Male
57.8%
Female
42.2%
Limited English proficient
21.5%
Black
15.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.4%
White
2.4%
Native American
<1%
Two or more races
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
New York University 44 Students
CUNY Hunter College 44 Students
Lehman College - City University of New York (CUNY) 36 Students
Fordham University 34 Students
Binghamton University, SUNY 22 Students
Pace University 19 Students
Stony Brook University 18 Students
CUNY City College of New York 18 Students
CUNY Baruch College 16 Students
Columbia University 15 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 20 Students
Business 18 Students
Nursing 16 Students
Biology 12 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 10 Students
Computer Science 9 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 9 Students
Radiologic Technician 8 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 6 Students
Criminology 5 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 45 Reviews
4.0 Alum
6/28/2023
going to discovery high school was a very interesting experience. Even with the minimal amount of classes the people around were the ones who made it better. The teachers were as helpful as they could be in the positions they were in.
5.0 Senior
5/21/2020
My overall experience in this school has been fantastic ever since I was a freshman. From the teachers and staff to the students, the school has been very helpful. They got me ready for college and even after it and I am extremely grateful that they excepted me. I don't regret my decision at all.
4.0 Senior
4/4/2020
Throughout high school I was able to meet a lot of teachers who built personal connections with the students outside of the classroom which helped me because I had a mentor figure who I was able to learn on as this can be a tough time. One thing I would change about my school is the superior faculty members should get involved more in the schools social life so students don't think of them just as an authoritative figure l.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.1 10 Reviews
5.0 parent
11/21/2017
I give this school a strongle agree .There wonderfull and very helpfull I had my daugther and know my son i recommended to any parent they will learn in this school .
5.0 parent
10/28/2015
Muy buenos dias, mi nombre es Yanira de la Cruz, y quiero dar las gracias a todo el personal de la escuela Discovery High School por haberles ofresido sus conocimientos de aprendisaje a mi hija Yanisel de la Cruz, la cual esta muy agradesida. Quiero felicitar a todos por su dedicacion a la enceñanza...
4.0 parent
9/18/2013
My child has attended Discovery High School, this is my child's 3rd year. I have had te pleasure of meeting many of the excellent teachers that have taught my child. The Parent Coordinator (Ms.K.Sanchez) is an oustanding individual. Ms. Chase is awesome at what she does and loves the children. The t...
4.0 student
6/17/2013
This school is great, though it changes, and most changes are based off the behavior of the 100th of students, which is terrible :/. Other than that, the staff is very welcoming and friendly to talk with, the teachers are Great at their job( just that most students don't see that), and the environme...

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Discovery High School is a public school for students in grades 8-12 in Bronx, NY and is served by the New York City Geographic District No. 10 in New York. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 422 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 48% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 80% are proficient in reading. Discovery High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.45, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1100 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $398,175. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bronx High School of Science, Dewitt Clinton High School, In Tech Academy Aka Ms High School 368, and more. Learn more about what Bronx has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Discovery High School.

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