Serving 386 students in grades 9-12, Discovery High School ranks in the top 30% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (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 99% 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: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Discovery High School's student population of 386 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Discovery High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery High School is 0.33, 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
#1298 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
81%
30%
Black
14%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery High School's ranking?
Discovery High School is ranked #1298 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Discovery High School often compared to?
Discovery High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like High School For Teaching And The Professions, World View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Discovery High School?
The graduation rate of Discovery High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Discovery High School?
386 students attend Discovery High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Discovery High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery High School?
Discovery High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Discovery High School offer ?
Discovery High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery High School part of?
Discovery High School is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is Discovery High School located?
Discovery High School is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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