Bronx Legacy High School vs South Bronx Literacy Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 126 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bronx Legacy High School
Bronx · Public high · Grades 9–12
266 students
South Bronx Literacy Academy
Bronx · Public elementary · Grades 2–4
91 students
| Measure | Bronx Legacy High School Bronx, New York | South Bronx Literacy Academy Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1042 of 1,079 | #1864 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #11315 of 16,910 | #34604 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 2–4 |
| Students | 266 | 91 |
| Enrollment | 266 | 91 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.6% | 89% |
| Students per teacher | 8.9 | 7.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Bronx | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bronx Legacy High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.5 vs 36.1).
- •South Bronx Literacy Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89% vs 96.6%).
- •South Bronx Literacy Academy does better on students per teacher (7.0 vs 8.9).
- •Bronx Legacy High School is the larger school with 266 students compared with 91.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bronx Legacy High School better than South Bronx Literacy Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Bronx Legacy High School ranks higher (38.5 vs 36.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Bronx Legacy High School and South Bronx Literacy Academy?
About 126 m in a straight line, between Bronx and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bronx Legacy High School: 266. South Bronx Literacy Academy: 91. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bronx Legacy High School and South Bronx Literacy Academy rank in New York?
Bronx Legacy High School is 1042nd of 1,079 and South Bronx Literacy Academy is 1864th of 2,536 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).