Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music, The (10X442)

2780 Reservoir Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468, Bronx
Phone: 718-329-8550
Hours: 8:00am - 3:36pm
School Website: https://www.celiacruzschool.org/
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/10X442/
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School Leader: Vern Ram (vram@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Margarita Echevarria (mechevarria19@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Zenaida Hill (zhill4@schools.nyc.gov)
Respect for All Liaison: Vern Ram (vram@schools.nyc.gov)
Sexual Harassment Prevention Liaison: Bianela Colon (bcolon7@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Sarah Arias (sarias2@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Derwin Blanco (dblanco5@schools.nyc.gov)
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About

The Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music is a small school for students who are passionate about continuing their music studies while pursuing a challenging academic course of study. In addition to music instruction, students are expected to complete course requirements that lead to an Advanced Regents Diploma, college acceptance, and career readiness. The school curriculum requires a commitment of four years of music instruction and includes AP courses along with College Now courses through Lehman and Monroe College. In addition, our school has partnerships with Metropolitan Opera, Carnegie Hall, American Museum of Natural History, CUNY Lehman College, Jazzmobile, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and Tony Bennett's Exploring the Arts Foundation.

School Budget: View financial budget

Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 90%

Academic Highlights: FutureReadyNYC: Business & Finance (Business Management/Operations)

Other Features: 10th Grade Seats Available, College Trips, Community Service Expected, Extended Day Program, FutureReadyNYC School, Health Center, Internships Available, Multi-Session School, Online Grading System, Orientation, Program(s) with 2 SWD Applicants Per Seat, Summer Bridge, Summer Internships, Summer Orientation, Weekend Programs

School Features:

  • Audition Offered
  • Offers 10th Grade Seats
  • School whose primary location is co-located with another school
  • Guidance Counselors, Social Workers

AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
AP Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP Seminar, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP United States Government and Politics, AP United States History, Arts (College Course [Credited]), Biology (College Course [Credited]), Chemistry (Advanced Science), ELA (College Course [Credited]), Math (College Course [Credited]), Science (College Course [Credited]), Social Studies (College Course [Credited]), World Languages (Advanced World Languages)
Languages Offered
Spanish
Diploma Endorsements
Arts
Boys PSAL Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Handball, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Volleyball
Girls PSAL Sports
Basketball, Bowling, Outdoor Track, Softball, Swimming, Table Tennis, Volleyball
Other Sports
Basketball, Cheerleading, Dance, Step, Tennis
Art
The Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music is the only high school dedicated to music performance in The Bronx. It is for students committed to studying music in a demanding college preparatory environment. In addition to double blocks of music instruction, students are expected to complete coursework that leads to an Advanced Regents diploma, college acceptances, and career readiness. Celia Cruz was founded on the belief that all students are entitled to high-quality music education and offers enrollment to students based only on an evaluation of their musical talent and a passion for performance. Prior academic performance and attendance are not taken into consideration. Celia Cruz has a higher percentage of students with disabilities than Bronx and New York City averages, yet has maintained a 99% or higher graduation rate the past three years.
Programs
Concert Band / Jazz Band / Piano(X33A)
Performing Arts

Students audition annually to participate in varying levels of Concert Band and Jazz Band. Band curriculum includes music theory and jazz improvisation in all ensemble classes. Students prepare for a minimum of four performances a year, including state competitions and evaluations in solo and ensemble work. Please note all students auditioning on piano must select a band instrument in which to major.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Students are ranked by the school based on their auditions. Offers are made in priority group and rank order.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2023-242022-23
GE applicants/seats:71 / 36 (1.97)68 / 36 (1.89)
SWD applicants/seats:12 / 9 (1.33)14 / 9 (1.56)
Rank Avg: 4.77
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Vocal Music: Chorus(X33B)
Performing Arts

This program focuses on group instruction on orchestral string instruments (violin, viola, cello, and double bass). Students have the opportunity to play in three string orchestras and two full orchestras based on their experience. With a focus on performance, all students will perform a minimum of four times per year. Advanced ensembles have frequent additional performances including a student concerto competition and represent the school on frequent trips and tours. The orchestra curriculum includes music theory, music history, and sight singing. In addition to concerts, students prepare for annual state competitions and evaluations in solo and ensemble work.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Students are ranked by the school based on their auditions. Offers are made in priority group and rank order.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2023-242022-23
GE applicants/seats:43 / 48 (0.90)46 / 52 (0.88)
SWD applicants/seats:5 / 12 (0.42)10 / 13 (0.77)
Rank Avg: 5.14
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Instrumental Music: Orchestra / Strings(X33M)
Performing Arts

Vocal Students study techniques necessary for Vocal Health and Production. Students are prepared for solo and ensemble performances on the City, State and National Levels. Performances extend from local Community Events to National Competitions. Students may enter as a beginning skills member or may test out to an advanced choir. Private voice lessons as are available on an audition basis. Choirs include Concert Chorale, Stage Choir, Dolce Serenata Treble Choir, Mixed Choir, Bella Voce Honors Choir, 4-Train Vocal Jazz Choir and Tenor/ Bass Choir and Gospel Choir. All choir classes incorporate piano lab, music theory, sight singing and music history. We have a partnership with Disney, The Metropolitan Opera, Carnegie Hall, Lehman College and much more.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Students are ranked by the school based on their auditions. Offers are made in priority group and rank order.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2023-242022-23
GE applicants/seats:38 / 28 (1.36)28 / 24 (1.17)
SWD applicants/seats:6 / 7 (0.86)6 / 6 (1.00)
Rank Avg: 5.14
OffersOffers - Waitlist
School Student & Admissions Statistics
School Year
2023-24
2022-23
2021-22
Total Students Across All Grades
411
415
427
    Grade 12 Students
92
105
92
    Grade 11 Students
99
95
119
    Grade 10 Students
101
101
108
    Grade 9 Students
119
114
108
Avg. Class Size
21.8
17.3
Safety Comp. / Susp. / NYPD
5 / 17 / 0
5 / 12 / 1
<5 / 7 / 1
Attendance %
95%
94%
91%
Graduation %
97%
99%
99%
College %
78%
74%
80%
Total Applicants / Seats
Total Offers
561 (165) / 140
114
471 (161) / 140
107
515 / 140
124

This data was gathered from various NYC DOE reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/information-and-data-overview

Survey Summary & Data (2023-24)
Student Responses
Academic Rigor 
  78.71%
Academic Engagement 
  69.62%
Safety 
  79.63%
Bully Prevention 
  67.88%
Inclusivity 
  91.40%
Mental Support 
  75.78%
Environment 
  64.75%
Post-School Support 
  81.22%
Teacher Responses
Academic Rigor 
  80.40%
School Satisfaction 
  81.33%
Student Behavior 
  71.13%
Student Support 
  92.10%
School Leadership 
  77.23%
Instructional Clarity 
  96.67%
Instructional Development 
  92.67%
Post-School Support 
  98.60%
Family Responses
Education 
  93.78%
Teacher Support 
  88.29%
Safety 
  94.00%
School Community 
  76.44%
School Leadership 
  92.75%
Post-School Support 
  92.00%
IEP Support 
  97.33%

Note: Yellow bars indicate city-wide averages for the associated category

View Full NYC DOE Survey Results:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly school surveys: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/nyc-school-survey

Academic Summary & Data (2023-24)
Academic Proficiency
4-Year Grad. %
  98.00%
CC Regents
  65
Non-CC Regents
  67
Impact Score
  0.68
Performance Score
  0.69
College Aptitude
CCR
  61.10%
SAT Math
  432
SAT R/W
  464
Postsecondary
2-Year College 10.50%
4-Year College 78.10%
Other Postsecondary 4.40%
Unknown 7.00%

View Full Academic Data:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

School Demographics (2023-24)
Student Population:
Male 38.20%
Female 61.80%
English Language Learners:
  3.40%
Students with Disabilities:
  19.00%
Economic Need Index: 
  83.00%
Student Ethnicity:
Asian 1.90%
Black 29.40%
Hispanic 65.50%
White 1.20%
Other 2.00%
Teacher Ethnicity:
Black 24.20%
Hispanic 36.40%
White 36.40%
Other 3.00%

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's demographic snapshots: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/information-and-data-overview

IEP Statistics (2023-24)
IEP Services
Students with IEPs
  19.00%
Students with SETSS
  0.00%
Students with ICT
  14.80%
Students with SC
  0.20%
Has all programs
  100.00%
Has some programs
  0.00%
Has no programs
  0.00%
Has all services
  93.00%
IEP Student Performance
Regents English
  71
Regents Gl. Hist.
  67
Regents US Hist.
  64
Regents Algebra I
  62
Regents Living Env.
  55
4-Year Grad. Rate
  95
IEP Movement
Fair
IEP Support 
  97.33%

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

Special Education Programs & Services (2023-24)
ProgramFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Integrated Co-Teaching Services74 (100%)0 (0%)0 (0%)
ServiceFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Counseling Services>5 (92%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (8%)
Hearing Education Services<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Occupational Therapy0 (0%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (100%)
Speech-Language Therapy25 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Speech-Language Therapy Bilingual<=5 (100%)0 (0%)0 (0%)
TransportationNumber Receiving
Curb to School7 (88%)
Stop to School<=5 (?)
Unassigned<=5 (?)

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's Special Education Reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/government-reports/special-education-reports

ELL Performance (2023-24)
Regents English
  74
Regents Algebra I
  62
Regents Living Env.
  60
ELL Progress
  69

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

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