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
12:1
Average SAT Score
1330
Average ACT Score
30
Math Proficiency
92%
Reading Proficiency
95%
Average GPA
3.47
Graduation Rate
95%
Niche Grade
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Academics
Average GPA
3.47
Reading Proficiency
95%
Math Proficiency
92%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
49
Full Time Teachers
49
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
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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%
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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
231 Students
Binghamton University, SUNY
213 Students
Stony Brook University
184 Students
Boston University
151 Students
Cornell University
148 Students
Columbia University
125 Students
CUNY Hunter College
123 Students
Bard College
109 Students
Brown University
108 Students
Syracuse University
107 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology
132 Students
Biology
94 Students
Business
83 Students
Political Science and Government
77 Students
Computer Science
73 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
57 Students
Pre-Law Studies
48 Students
Economics
48 Students
English
47 Students
Philosophy
47 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
10/12/2024
it's perfect for those who want to hit the ground running. The artsy, brainy crowd thrives here, loving poetry slams more than pep rallies. Just don't expect Friday night football—this place is more "Writer's Forum" than "varsity vibes"
4/15/2024
The best part of the school is that it's a smal school where everyone gets to know teachers students! The downside is that it doesn't offer a lot of sports and extra curricular activities
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.
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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About Lower East Side
Average Price per Sq Ft
$234
Homes For Sale
0
Average Home Value
$1,232,195
Median Lot Size
15,245 Sq Ft
% Renters
74%
Household Income
$83,499
% of College Grads
45.3%
Median Age
42
Average House Size
975 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
93.0%
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- Playground
Hamilton Fish Park
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Baruch Playground
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