Academy for Scholarship and Entrepreneurship: A College Board School

The Academy for Scholarship and Entrepreneurship: A College Board School in the Bronx is a small high school known for its challenging academic curriculum and a demanding business and STEM education program. It is a College Board School, offering Advanced Placement courses and on-site college courses. The school is also part of the Career Readiness and Modern Youth Apprenticeship (CRMYA) pilot, providing students with paid apprenticeship opportunities in tech, finance, and business starting in their ninth and tenth grades. The four-year graduation rate of 92% is a notable strength, performing above the citywide median. Parents express overwhelmingly positive sentiment, with high favorable ratings on school surveys, praising the supportive teachers and a welcoming environment. Teachers also report high satisfaction with school leadership and student support. However, college enrollment at 43.7% is a concern, falling below the citywide 25th percentile. Regents pass rates, particularly in math and science, are generally low. Student survey results indicate some concerns regarding safety and bullying, with a portion of students reporting issues with harassment and physical altercations. The school occupies an airy, spacious building shared with other schools in the northern Bronx.