University Heights Secondary School

DBN 07X495· High School· Bronx· District 7

About this school

Our school feels like college. We provide a rich and authentic learning environment that is rigorous, college and career focused, family oriented and dedicated to cultivating successive generations of citizens prepared to constructively participate in the society of their time. Students can earn up to 18 college credits through our partnership with CUNY and choose from Advanced Placement (AP) courses and STEM electives. Liberal arts and humanities electives include theater, photojournalism, media and broadcasting, band, business, and entrepreneurship. Students also gain real world experience through our executive internship program. Our curriculum fosters independence, critical thinking, and social responsibility.

Enrollment

597

Economic need index

80.2%

Free/reduced lunch

78.1%

ELL students

0.034

SWD

0.174

Demographics

Asian0.065

Black0.25

Hispanic0.616

White0.022

Multi-racial0.007

Academic opportunities

AP courses

AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP English Language and Composition, AP Physics 1

Performance-Based Assessment Tasks (PBATs); Academic portfolio required for graduation

iLearnNYC: Program for expanded online coursework and self-paced learning; NFTE Entrepreneur Program; Digital Portfolio and Google Education School

Contact

Phone: 718-292-0578
Email: hjoseph4@schools.nyc.gov
Website: UniversityHeightsHighSchool.org
Subway: 2, 5 to Jackson Ave

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Frequently asked

Where is University Heights Secondary School?

University Heights Secondary School is located at 701 ST. ANNS AVENUE BRONX NY 10455 in Bronx. The school's BBL is 2023590240.0.

What is the DBN for University Heights Secondary School?

The DBN (District Borough Number) for University Heights Secondary School is 07X495.

How many students attend University Heights Secondary School?

University Heights Secondary School reported 597.0 total students enrolled (most recent demographic snapshot).

What grades does University Heights Secondary School serve?

University Heights Secondary School serves grades 9 to 12.