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New Day Academy

800 Home Street Bronx, NY 10456
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800 Home Street
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  • Performance1 Below Average
  • Satisfaction 5 Average
  • Diversity 5 Average
1/9 Key indicators of this school's performance, including test scores and graduation rates. View All Data »
Performance Statistics
SAT Scores<br> 1172 / 2400
Average
Regents English
69%
Average
7th Grade English 649 / 800
Below Average
7th Grade Math 624 / 800
Below Average
8th Grade English 641 / 800
Below Average
8th Grade Math 644 / 800
Below Average
8th Grade Science 47 / 100
Below Average
Regents Rate
52%
Average
Weighted Diploma Rate 102.1 / 350
Below Average
College Enrollment Rate 24.6 / 100
Below Average
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More about New Day Academy

Population 191 students
School Type Secondary
Grades 7th-12th
2012 Progress
Report		 F
Avg. Attendance Rate 86%
Language Classes
  • Spanish
Program Highlights
  • Drama (2 year sequence with Musical Theater)
  • Dance (2 year sequence)
  • Music (Introductory level/Guitar)
  • Art/Art History
  • Forensic Science
  • Conceptual Physics
  • Advanced Physics
  • College and Career Preparation
  • College Summit
  • Artist-in Residence Programs with our Cultural/Arts Partners
Cultural & Arts Partners)
  • Lincoln Center Theater for the Performing Arts (Drama)
  • Ballet Ambassadors (Dance)
  • Marquis Studios (Music/Theater Movemement\Design)
  • Studio in a School (Art/Art History)
Community Organization Partners
  • Inwood House
  • Project Uplift
Sports
  • Boys and Girls Basketball
  • Boys and Girls Soccer
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