Bard High School Early College is a tuition-free, multi-campus network established by Bard College for public school students seeking an accelerated path to earning their high school diploma. The program’s Manhattan campus on the Lower East Side was founded in 2001 as the pilot school for what is now a flourishing collection of high schools across the city and up and down the East Coast.
Located on East Houston Street in the former Public School 97 building, Bard's Manhattan campus boasts a supercharged, college-preparatory school where students benefit from a well-rounded, liberal education that extends beyond a core curriculum with seminar-style classes and college-level electives in math, science, the humanities, art and world languages. Extracurriculars include a school literary magazine, film club, speech and debate, badminton, ultimate frisbee and more.
In keeping with Bard College’s motto, “A Place to Think,” the school offers workshops every year through its Center for Learning and Writing, where students have access to tutoring, study groups and a database of resources provided by the city’s libraries. Bard Early College High School's Manhattan campus is also within easy reach of the sports facilities at East River Park, Baruch Playground and the Hamilton Fish Recreation Center.
Bard High School Early College Manhattan
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
525 E Houston St,
New York, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 1
School Details
Head of School
Principal - Dr. Michael A. Lerner
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Average SAT Score
1330
Average ACT Score
30
Math Proficiency
92%
Reading Proficiency
95%
Average GPA
3.48
Graduation Rate
95%
Niche Grade
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Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.48
Reading Proficiency
95%
Math Proficiency
92%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
52
Full Time Teachers
52
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1330
Math
660
Verbal
670
Average ACT
30
Math
28
English
30
Reading
31
Science
29
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
207:1
Student Diversity
Female
58.2%
Male
41.8%
White
34.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
21.3%
Hispanic
21.3%
Black
18.1%
Two or more races
3.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
School Rankings
#12
Best College Prep Public HS in New York
#21
Best Public HS in New York
#24
Best Public HS Teachers in New York
Specialty School Programs
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
242 Students
Binghamton University, SUNY
229 Students
Stony Brook University
195 Students
Boston University
161 Students
Cornell University
149 Students
Columbia University
130 Students
CUNY Hunter College
126 Students
Bard College
117 Students
Brown University
113 Students
Syracuse University
110 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology
137 Students
Biology
95 Students
Business
88 Students
Political Science and Government
82 Students
Computer Science
75 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
60 Students
Pre-Law Studies
54 Students
Economics
52 Students
English
50 Students
Philosophy
49 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/30/2025
Academic wise the school is really good the only thing is it's very fast paced so it's easy to fall behind so you have to make sure you are always staying on top of your things and staying focused and even if you do happen to fall behind you can always go to your teachers to make things up. As for everything else its not paid much attention to. Sports are okay, not a lot of funding goes towards anything else but academics.
3/14/2024
I feel like the liberal arts departments in Bard is what really carries the reputation of the school. The professors in literature will prepare you for such a comprehensive extent of college readiness you will look back and be amazed with yourself.
9/29/2023
I really love this school. Although it feels a bit rough at times, I really enjoy the freedom that the school gives in terms of classes. Overall good school, albeit a bit old.
GreatSchools Reviews
3/20/2019
This school has a galvanized environment and it’s built very well. I would recommend this school over the specialized
5/29/2015
Don't go to this school if you are a math and science person, LISTEN TO ME!!!! I am a junior in this school and going to this school is the MOST Regretful DECISION that I have ever made in my life. Most of my friends in middle school went to tech, stuy, and hunter and some many other amazing schools...
8/7/2014
BHSEC is a fantastic educational environment and my son has thrived. The curriculum is thoughtful and challenging; teachers are truly inspiring; kids are diverse and talented. I want to take issue with the parent who says that kids who want to get A s must stay up all night once or twice every week....
8/6/2014
Bard is a great educational opportunity within the public school system, with a heavy asterisk. The teachers are excellent, and committed. The administration fosters a sophisticated environment. The kids amazing. Here's the rub. There's something they call "Bard Hard". The school has a culture of ex...
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Average Home Value
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Median Lot Size
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74%
Average Household Income
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% of College Grads
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Median Age
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Average House Size
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Parks in this Area
Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Park
- Trails
Henry M. Jackson Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
Corlears Hook Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
Nathan Straus Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
Hamilton Fish Park
- Basketball
- Pool
- Playground
ABC Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
Luther Gulick Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
Baruch Playground
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Playground
Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
Little Italy
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Bard High School Early College Manhattan is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in New York, NY and is served by the New York City Geographic District No. 1 in New York. The school has a total enrollment of 614 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 92% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 95% are proficient in reading. Bard High School Early College Manhattan has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.48, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1330 and an ACT score of 30. The average home value in this area is $1,379,183. Discover additional schools in the area, like East Side Community School, Marta Valle High School, University Neighborhood High School, and more. Learn more about what New York has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Bard High School Early College Manhattan.