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High School of Computers and Technology

Public | 9-12 | 548 students

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4 stars

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2013:
Based on 2 ratings
2012:
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2011:
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2010:
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Posted April 17, 2013

My school is the best High School I ever ben to. I love it here.
—Submitted by a student


Posted March 8, 2013

My son is a freshmen. At the orientation we were so excited for class to begin. Unfortunately, I have found there to be a strong disconnect between parents and staff. I called every available extension to the school for months to speak to a counselor, dean, principal and till this day no one can be reached by phone. It wasn't to I got a hold of an email that I was able to have a conversation with one of his teachers. My son enjoys the school, I feel that he is safe there but I don't think the staff interacts with the students as well as they portrayed during the orientation.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 6, 2012

i like this school because it's cool and funny at the same time and that why iI wanted to go to this school
—Submitted by a student


Posted May 12, 2011

This school i would not recommend anyone to go to. I am a former student and I can say that I didn't enjoy my time at HSCT. The principle doesn't keep promises and only directs his attention on the students who kiss up to him, most of the teachers act inappropriate and some don't have good knowledge of the subject they're teaching. The environment is not at all sanitary and there is usually fights every week. Bottom line, i wouldn't recommend this school to anyone, think again when looking at this school in your HS books
—Submitted by a student


Posted May 24, 2010

Fun teachers who make learning exciting. My child really likes this school. I asked him if he wants to transfer and he said, "Heck No!!" He really likes how they go on a lot of trips. I like that also.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 29, 2009

I was so hesitant to send my son to this school until I went to visit. There is a family oriented atmosphere in this school and I am very pleased with the teachers and staff. Very professional and my son loves it and his grades are excellent. I highly recommend this school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 14, 2009

This school turned out to be much better than I expected. Being that it was located on the Evander Childs campus, which was considered one of the most dangerous schools in the Bronx; I had reservations about sending my child there. Since they divided the campus into a bunch of smaller schools, I decided to give it a chance. My child has attended this school for three years without any problems. The teachers here are fantastic! The guidance counselors are superb and the principal is an absolute joy. I am so glad that I sent my child here. My child has miraculously developed an interest in writing due to the guidance of a really good English teacher. I am thrilled to death about that.
—Submitted by a parent


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About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Algebra 2/Trigonometry

The state average for Algebra 2/Trigonometry was 64% in 2011.

51 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
55%
Chemistry

The state average for Chemistry was 78% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Earth Science

The state average for Earth Science was 72% in 2011.

88 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
53%
English

The state average for English was 85% in 2011.

186 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
80%
French

The state average for French was 95% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 75% in 2011.

75 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
64%
Global History and Geography

The state average for Global History and Geography was 70% in 2011.

226 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
38%
Integrated Algebra

The state average for Integrated Algebra was 73% in 2011.

259 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
52%
Italian

The state average for Italian was 98% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Living Environment

The state average for Living Environment was 81% in 2011.

172 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
72%
Physics

The state average for Physics was 79% in 2011.

23 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
48%
Spanish

The state average for Spanish was 94% in 2011.

33 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
100%
U.S. History and Government

The state average for U.S. History and Government was 80% in 2011.

142 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
68%
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2010-2011 New York used the New York State Regents Examinations to test high school students in english language arts, math, global history and geography, US history and government, living environment, chemistry, earth science, physics and several foreign languages. The results for english language arts, math, living environment, chemistry, earth science, physics, global history and geography, US history and government, french, italian, and spanish are displayed in GreatSchools profiles. Students must take at least five Regents Exams in order to graduate. Scores of 65 and above are passing; scores of 55 and above earn credit toward a local diploma (with the approval of the local board of education). The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

Algebra 2/Trigonometry

All Students55%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Chemistry

All Studentsn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Earth Science

All Students53%
Students with disabilities50%
General population55%

English

All Students80%
Students with disabilities65%
General population83%

French

All Studentsn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Geometry

All Students64%
Students with disabilities33%
General population67%

Global History and Geography

All Students38%
Students with disabilities34%
General population39%

Integrated Algebra

All Students52%
Students with disabilities43%
General population56%

Italian

All Studentsn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Living Environment

All Students72%
Students with disabilities53%
General population77%

Physics

All Students48%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Spanish

All Students100%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

U.S. History and Government

All Students68%
Students with disabilities46%
General population72%
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2010-2011 New York used the New York State Regents Examinations to test high school students in english language arts, math, global history and geography, US history and government, living environment, chemistry, earth science, physics and several foreign languages. The results for english language arts, math, living environment, chemistry, earth science, physics, global history and geography, US history and government, french, italian, and spanish are displayed in GreatSchools profiles. Students must take at least five Regents Exams in order to graduate. Scores of 65 and above are passing; scores of 55 and above earn credit toward a local diploma (with the approval of the local board of education). The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the New York Department of Education. If there are fewer than 5 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

In 2009-2010, this school was given a grade of "A" for the high school level.

About the tests


Progress Report Grades measure the school's contribution to student learning in three areas: School Environment, Student Performance and Student Progress. Schools can receive additional credit for achieving exemplary performance progress among high-needs students. Progress Report Grades range from A to F.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York City Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 56% 21%
Black 39% 19%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 8%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
White 1% 51%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 91%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 9%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Graduation rate

  This school District averageState average
All Students 88%N/A76%
Female 93%N/A79%
Male 86%N/A71%
Black or African American 91%N/A61%
Hispanic or Latino 86%N/A59%
Economically disadvantaged 91%N/A65%
Not economically disadvantaged 67%N/A80%
Students with disabilities 90%N/A56%
General-Education students 88%N/A79%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 18N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 22%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 37%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 10%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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800 E Gun Hill Rd
Bronx, NY 10467
Phone: (718) 696-3930

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