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Manhattan Bridges High School

Public | 9-12 | 541 students

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Posted January 30, 2011

Manhattan Bridges is fantastic! I really love it. i graduated in 2010 and i will never forget how well the teacher dedicate their own time to help students. it offers really good academic programs for new students in the NYC area. Thank you so much for open the doors for me.
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 19, 2010

I was a teacher for two years in this school and helped develop the Advanced Placement program. This is an outstanding holding environment for students and truly a wonderful place to learn. Even today, as I keep touch with my former students, they are prospering in college and have matured into outstanding young citizens. Without a doubt this is due to the nurturing that Manhattan Bridges provided.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted November 4, 2009

Manhattan Bridges High School has an experienced staff that truly cares for the students.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted November 4, 2009

We love Mahattan Bridges High School, because our school is very unique. We are a small community, yet we are a huge family that cares for our students. Everyone is essential part in supporting our student education. We have teachers like Mr. Castillo and Mr. Calovini that give more than 100% and then some. They make sure that the students achieve their goals and graduate on time. Everyone in our school in one form or another puts a grain of sand in supporting our school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 4, 2009

We have awesome students, awesome faculty and an incredible support staff. Most students have been in the country less than three years and they're working hard to learn English and prepare for college. Teachers work like crazy to make sure students are improving both their content knowledge and their language skills (in both English and Spanish) and the administration and support staff provide the glue that holds the whole process together. Everyone here works hard so that our students succeed!
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted June 24, 2008

I was part of the first graduating class of MBHS, I came to this country without knowing any English.... and now it's not perfect but I'm really proud of what I had accomplish..... I Love MBHS.... Ms. Medina the Principal of the school is the best...........
—Submitted by a student


Posted March 13, 2008

Best School I've ever seen and the guidance counselor is the best Mirian Lucas she help alot and guides to the right path always thinks about whats right for the children all the students love her she is a big part of Manhattan Bridges high school


Posted September 24, 2007

A naturing staff and a purposed school. Bringing inivative ideas to academic achievement. The school ties all the resources and creativity brought by Partners and faculty to bring to the children the best High Schoo experience ever.


Posted August 23, 2007

This is an excellent school, everyone knows each other, it has a family like environment, the teachers are always there for the students, the counselors are great; they are all always willing to help any student without hesitation. the security in the school is one of the best in the city: x-ray scanners and a 20+ well equipped security personal is always there to prevent problems in the Park West Campus
—Submitted by a student


Posted May 1, 2007

Excellent school with a small student to teacher ratio considering that it is in NYC.
—Submitted by Lalarisa, a parent


Posted February 14, 2006

I think that this school its a really good school, because it provise good education
—Submitted by a student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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.

37 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
43%
Chemistry

The state average for Chemistry was 78% in 2011.

57 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
47%
Earth Science

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

90 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
71%
English

The state average for English was 85% in 2011.

191 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
68%
French

The state average for French was 95% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 75% in 2011.

168 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
68%
Global History and Geography

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

207 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
55%
Integrated Algebra

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

295 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
59%
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.

247 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
62%
Physics

The state average for Physics was 79% in 2011.

51 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
10%
Spanish

The state average for Spanish was 94% in 2011.

197 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%
U.S. History and Government

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

136 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
74%
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 Students43%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population43%

Chemistry

All Students47%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Earth Science

All Students71%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population71%

English

All Students68%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

French

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

Geometry

All Students68%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Global History and Geography

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

Integrated Algebra

All Students59%
Students with disabilities25%
General population60%

Italian

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

Living Environment

All Students62%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Physics

All Students10%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population10%

Spanish

All Students96%
Students with disabilities100%
General population96%

U.S. History and Government

All Students74%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a
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 99% 21%
Black 1% 19%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander N/A 8%
White N/A 51%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 0%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 88%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Graduation rate

  This school District averageState average
All Students 82%N/A76%
Female 83%N/A79%
Male 80%N/A71%
Hispanic or Latino 82%N/A59%
Economically disadvantaged 82%N/A65%
General-Education students 82%N/A79%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 15N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 36%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 39%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 16%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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525 W 50th St
New York, NY 10019
Phone: (212) 757-5274

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