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Christopher Columbus High School

925 Astor Avenue Bronx, NY 10469
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925 Astor Avenue
Bronx, NY 10469
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One of Mayor Bloomberg’s signature policies in education was to replace large, low-performing high schools with small new schools. The schools slated to close usually phase out over time, leaving their students with a shrinking menu of course offerings and programs. Listen to this story from Columbus High School which is straining to carry its last two grades over the finish line. Read More »
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  • Performance2 Below Average
  • Satisfaction 5 Average
  • Diversity 7 Above Average
2/9 Key indicators of this school's performance, including test scores and graduation rates. View All Data »
Performance Statistics
SAT Scores<br> 1112 / 2400
Average
Regents English
51%
Below Average
Regents Mathematics
40%
Average
Regents Science
33%
Below Average
Regents History
30%
Below Average
Regents Rate
28%
Below Average
Weighted Diploma Rate 93.6 / 350
Below Average
Regents Completion 28.4 / 100
Below Average
College Enrollment Rate 25.6 / 100
Below Average
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More about Christopher Columbus High School

Population 727 students
School Type High
Grades 9th-12th
2012 Progress
Report		 D
Avg. Attendance Rate 82%
Advanced Placement Courses
  • Calculus AB
  • Calculus BC
  • Chemistry
  • English Language and Composition
  • English Literature and Composition
  • Environmental Science
  • Government and Politics: United States
  • Physics B
  • Spanish Language
Language Classes
  • French
  • Spanish
Program Highlights
  • Web-based Inquiry Science Environment (WISE)
  • Senior Internship
  • Senior Council
  • Culinary Institute (Pro-Start)
  • A+ and Computer Repair
  • Cisco Certification
  • Advertising
Artistic Extracurriculars
  • Chorale
  • Gospel and Concert Choirs; Beginner
  • Intermediate Concert
  • Pep and Jazz Bands; Stagecraft
  • Muralists
  • Video
  • National Honor Society (Arista)
  • ASPIRA
  • Leadership
  • Student Exchange
Clubs
  • Caribbean
  • Chess
  • Dance
  • French
  • Multicultural
Academic Extracurriculars
  • School Newspaper
  • "The Admiral"
Hospital Partnerships
  • Jacobi Hospital
  • Framptom Hall
  • Morningside Nursing Home
Higher Education Partnerships
  • Lehman College
  • University of Vermont
  • Williams College
  • Bronx Community College
Other Partnerships
  • Aging in America
  • New York City Police Department Explorers Program
Community Organization Partners
  • South Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation (SoBRO)
  • Committee for Hispanic Children
Sports
  • Step and Dance Teams
  • Cheerleading
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