West Bronx Academy For The Future

500 E Fordham Rd
Bronx, NY 10458
(School attendance zone shown in map)
1/
10
Bottom 50%
West Bronx Academy for the Future is a small school located within Roosevelt Educational Campus, across the street from Fordham University.
Serving 575 students in grades 6-12, West Bronx Academy For The Future ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower 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 61% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 575 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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West Bronx Academy For The Future ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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School Overview

West Bronx Academy For The Future's student population of 575 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
575 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
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Year Founded
2004
Colors
Blue and Gold
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School Rankings

West Bronx Academy For The Future ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Bronx Academy For The Future is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#4029 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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15%
52%
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27%
49%
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60-64%
78%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
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Asian
1%
10%
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Hispanic
82%
31%
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Black
15%
15%
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White
1%
39%
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Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.31
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≥95%
87%
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(22-23)
52.9%
34.8%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Panther

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Bronx Academy For The Future's ranking?
West Bronx Academy For The Future is ranked #4029 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Bronx Academy For The Future?
The graduation rate of West Bronx Academy For The Future is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Bronx Academy For The Future?
575 students attend West Bronx Academy For The Future.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of West Bronx Academy For The Future students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Bronx Academy For The Future?
West Bronx Academy For The Future has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Bronx Academy For The Future offer ?
West Bronx Academy For The Future offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Bronx Academy For The Future part of?
West Bronx Academy For The Future is part of New York City Geographic District #10.
In what neighborhood is West Bronx Academy For The Future located?
West Bronx Academy For The Future is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 19 other public schools located in Belmont.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 575 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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