Serving 387 students in grades 9-12, High School Of World Cultures ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School Of World Cultures ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
High School Of World Cultures's student population of 387 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
High School Of World Cultures 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 High School Of World Cultures is 0.22, 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
#1125 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
88%
30%
Black
7%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High School Of World Cultures's ranking?
High School Of World Cultures is ranked #1125 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School Of World Cultures?
The graduation rate of High School Of World Cultures is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend High School Of World Cultures?
387 students attend High School Of World Cultures.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of High School Of World Cultures students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High School Of World Cultures?
High School Of World Cultures has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does High School Of World Cultures offer ?
High School Of World Cultures offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High School Of World Cultures part of?
High School Of World Cultures is part of New York City Geographic District #12 School District.
In what neighborhood is High School Of World Cultures located?
High School Of World Cultures is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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