Metro

49 – Bronx Academy of Letters

339 Morris Avenue, Bronx

Average Class Size: 24

Progress Report Grade: A

Average Daily Attendance: 93%

SAT Score: 1260

Graduation Rate: 91%

Dropout Rate: 3%

College Entrance: 87% attend, 76% at four year schools (‘07-’08)

TOUGH 6-12 school focuses on writing and literacy development. AP and honors offerings. Writers in residence run workshops, publish a school newspaper and literary magazine, and coordinate a reading series with pro writers. Many clubs, strong sports, internships and travel opportunities. Regents-style tests offered constantly to prepare students. Strict discipline.