North Bronx School of Empowerment

North Bronx School of Empowerment serves grades 6-8 in the Bronx, catering to a student body with high proportions of economically disadvantaged students, English Language Learners, and students with disabilities. Academic proficiency in both ELA (37%) and Math (27%) is below the citywide 25th percentile, and the percentage of students engaged in accelerated coursework (14%) is below the citywide median. While test scores are showing improvement, the majority of students are still performing below grade level. The school utilizes programs like the Middle School Quality Initiative and reading clubs to enhance literacy skills. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with recent surveys showing overwhelmingly positive feedback on various aspects of the school experience. However, student survey results indicate concerns regarding school cleanliness, bullying, physical altercations, and gang activity. The school has acknowledged past challenges with discipline and is implementing Restorative Practices and Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports to foster a more orderly environment. Beyond academics, the school offers visual arts and music during the day, complemented by after-school programs in dance, Step, drumming, and sports through New York Edge, with additional social and academic support from Phipps Neighborhoods. The school shares a campus building.