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The Metropolitan High School

1180 Rev. J.A. Polite Ave. Bronx, NY 10459
Q&A with the Principal, Carla Theodorou

“The Metropolitan High School is a small high school which opened in the Morrisania section of the Bronx in September 2005. Our team has worked hard over the past six …” Read More »

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1180 Rev. J.A. Polite Ave.
Bronx, NY 10459
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  • Performance5 Average
  • Satisfaction 7 Above Average
  • Diversity 4 Average
5/9 Key indicators of this school's performance, including test scores and graduation rates. View All Data »
Performance Statistics
SAT Scores<br> 1059 / 2400
Below Average
Regents English
52%
Below Average
Regents Mathematics
54%
Average
Regents Science
61%
Average
Regents History
59%
Average
Regents Rate
58%
Average
10-Credit Rate
87%
Average
Weighted Diploma Rate 210.9 / 350
Average
Regents Completion 48.6 / 100
Average
College Enrollment Rate 53.2 / 100
Average
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More about The Metropolitan High School

Population 339 students
School Type High
Grades 9th-12th
2012 Progress
Report		 A
Avg. Attendance Rate 87%
Advanced Placement Courses
  • English Literature and Composition
  • Spanish Language
Language Classes
  • Spanish
Program Highlights
  • Double Literacy and Mathematics Classes
  • Collins Writing
  • Culture of Respect and Responsibility
  • Community Service Requirement
  • Advisories
  • Music
  • Art
Artistic Extracurriculars
  • Music and Art classes through Bronx Arts Ensemble
  • After-school Enrichment and Tutoring Program
  • Student Government
Clubs
  • School Newsletter
  • Yearbook
  • Gay Straight Alliance
  • New York Cares
  • Student Council
  • Art
  • Karate
  • Dance
  • Talent
  • Chess
  • Knitting
  • Computer
Cultural & Arts Partners)
  • Bronx Arts Ensemble
  • Poet's House
  • Periwinkle Drama Productions
Higher Education Partnerships
  • Bronx Community College
  • Teachers College Columbia University
Non-Profit Opportunities
  • Bronx Arts Ensemble
  • Planned Parenthood
Community Organization Partners
  • Sponsors for Educational Opportunity
  • Bronx Arts Ensemble
  • New York Cares Youth Service Program
  • New York City Commission on Human Rights Peer Mediator Program
Sports
  • Soccer Club
  • Frisbee Club
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