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Murry Bergtraum High School for Business Careers

Public | 9-12 | 2065 students

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Posted October 8, 2009

Murry Bergtraum has amazing teachers like Dr. Carolyn Powell, Mr. Bomze, Ms. Cruz, and many more.
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 6, 2009

cus its awesome and fun and you can learn so much things about business
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 27, 2009

I love murry bergtraum, because the teachers are really nice & the acadremics are great.
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 21, 2009

Murry Bergtraum has many inspiring teachers. Not only do they teach, they can relate and change peoples' lives. They have great curriculums, activities, clubs, and internships available.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 14, 2008

I am currently a junior at this school. I think if any one is interested in business this school is definitely it for you. There are many AP classes and many other types of classes such as journalism. Only thing is some students don't take advantage of it. And parents aren't involved that much
—Submitted by a student


Posted March 26, 2008

This school was a fantastic academic choice for my daughter. I am pleased with the extracurricular activities that the school offers as well as the continued communication between the staff and the parents.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 14, 2007

You will never find a school that blesses their students more than Murry Bergtraum. This school gives students the real insight of what the business world is all about. It's amazing what teachers teach here. Shorthand, Cisco Networking, and other programs that friends of mine from other states in the country have never heard of. The principal is a great woman of excellent leadership, and teachers here are nothing but excellent. If only this school were more selective of their students, it would not have to deal with all the supposed 'terrible' influence from negative classmates. Even though in this school is is seen that the three groups of the intellectuals, the average, and the low performers all help out one another. It's quite a amazing enviornment. An excellent school overall.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 14, 2007

This school is an excellent school as per Academics. Students have various academic and athletic activities at hand. Parents rarely get involved and are unaware of what the school provides to the students. Tutoring is also available for those who need the extra help. Students fail to take advantages of all the academic programs and scholarships available to them. Parents must get involved.
—Submitted by diana, a former student


Posted October 31, 2006

This school has excellent teachers but are treated very badly by most of the students. Kids don't care about education, just music and stuff. The administration is very un-organized. They gave me classes that I already took in Junior High and did not let me change. This school isn't good. They should improve it by making speacial classes for the few (only about 10 or 20)90 averaging students, and to give the correct classes to students.
—Submitted by a former student


Posted October 5, 2006

Excellent school. Especially in math and science. The only problem is that they dont give you the correct classes at times.
—Submitted by a student


Posted January 22, 2006

Its is great but crowded.
—Submitted by a former student


Posted August 1, 2005

Great business programs, great teachers, very crowded.
—Submitted by a former student


Posted April 6, 2005

Great school, great location...wonderful teachers. This H.S. offers one of the best learning opportunities for students wanting to enter or learn more about the business field. The school could improve on providing students with college prep information such as selecting a college and financial aid.
—Submitted by a former student


Posted September 9, 2003

I'm currently a senior and I have thoroughly enjoyed my years here. It is a good school and it has some very excellent teachers. Any school is what you make it and I have chosen to make this time a fun and very educating one. I would recommend this school if you are dedicated and hard working.


Posted August 27, 2003

Good Math teachers at this school are extremely hard to find..most freshman attend summer school for math
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted August 26, 2003

I graduated from Bergtraum and I definitely appreciate my four years there. It was a great stepping stone for me for my business careers and my college life.
—Submitted by a former student


Posted August 26, 2003

M.B.H.S. is a great school, one of the top 10 schools in the country!
—Submitted by a former student


Posted August 26, 2003

It was a good 4 years of my life. I learned a lot at Bergtraum. Great school education wise and they also have a good basketball program in this school. Congrats to the girls basketball team for winning State Championship again. You girls are great. Bergtraum also prepares you for the business world. I learned a great deal there to prepare me for the business world. Thanks alot!
—Submitted by a former student


Posted August 22, 2003

I am a graduate of Bergtraum and have gone to get my Associates degree. Bergtraum was a great stepping stone to get into the business world. I started out as a clerk and currently I'm a legal assistant. Bergtraum's keyboarding and steno classes helped soooo much.
—Submitted by a former student


Posted August 19, 2003

Both of my children went to this school. I have to say it was an excellent experience. They both were accepted to all of their college choices. I would definetly recommend this school to anyone who is looking for a career in business or computers.
—Submitted by a parent


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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.

107 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
54%
Chemistry

The state average for Chemistry was 78% in 2011.

167 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
13%
Earth Science

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

335 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
31%
English

The state average for English was 85% in 2011.

747 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
73%
French

The state average for French was 95% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 75% in 2011.

156 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
72%
Global History and Geography

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

648 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
57%
Integrated Algebra

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

704 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
69%
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.

675 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
58%
Physics

The state average for Physics was 79% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Spanish

The state average for Spanish was 94% in 2011.

206 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
99%
U.S. History and Government

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

507 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 Students54%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Chemistry

All Students13%
Students with disabilities7%
General population14%

Earth Science

All Students31%
Students with disabilities12%
General population33%

English

All Students73%
Students with disabilities49%
General population75%

French

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

Geometry

All Students72%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population72%

Global History and Geography

All Students57%
Students with disabilities22%
General population61%

Integrated Algebra

All Students69%
Students with disabilities36%
General population73%

Italian

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

Living Environment

All Students58%
Students with disabilities23%
General population61%

Physics

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

Spanish

All Students99%
Students with disabilities88%
General population99%

U.S. History and Government

All Students68%
Students with disabilities32%
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 "D" 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 51% 21%
Black 32% 19%
Asian/Pacific Islander 14% 8%
White 3% 51%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 70%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 13%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Graduation rate

  This school District averageState average
All Students 59%N/A76%
Female 69%N/A79%
Male 51%N/A71%
Asian or Native Hawaiian/other Pacific Islander 68%N/A81%
Black or African American 58%N/A61%
Hispanic or Latino 54%N/A59%
Economically disadvantaged 64%N/A65%
Not economically disadvantaged 48%N/A80%
Students with disabilities 40%N/A56%
General-Education students 61%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 9%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 57%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 8%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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411 Pearl St
New York, NY 10038
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Phone: (212) 964-9610

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