The top reported proficiency rate is 37% in English language arts. The lowest is 22% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Dr Richard Izquierdo Health and Science Charter School
Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health and Science Charter School is a middle and high school serving grades six through twelve in the Bronx. The school has a health and science focus and operates as a charter under New York State authorization, with a five-year charter renewal granted in 2022 extending through June 2027. This renewal was granted at the highest category, meaning the authorizer found the school educationally and fiscally sound, providing operational continuity for families enrolling their children there.
The school serves a student body that is predominantly Hispanic, with a substantial majority of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The enrollment sits at about seven hundred students distributed across the seven grades, with relatively even distribution across grades. Enrollment data for students with disabilities or English learners was not available, limiting a full picture of the school's support populations.
On state assessments, the school's performance falls below the midpoint among Bronx County districts. In ELA across tested grades, proficiency ranges from roughly one-quarter of students in seventh grade to somewhat higher rates in eighth grade, with sixth grade showing stronger results. Math proficiency is notably lower, with seventh grade showing the weakest results at roughly one in six students meeting the state standard, while eighth grade performs better. Science proficiency in eighth grade is similar to the school's math results. Participation rates in testing are generally strong, in the mid-to-high eighties to low nineties across subjects. A parent may want to look into further detail with the school about how these results align with the school's instructional priorities and what support structures exist for students who are not yet meeting grade-level standards.
The school's name reflects its academic theme, though the available data does not detail the specific courses, pathways, or program structure that operationalize that focus across the middle and high school years. Information on advanced offerings, dual-credit pathways, career programs, or specialized sequences was not provided. A parent interested in understanding the concrete shape of the health and science curriculum, particularly for high school students, would benefit from speaking directly with the school.
Housing in the school's Bronx zip code shows median values below the New York State benchmark, reflecting the borough's overall affordability relative to state averages. The Bronx is experiencing significant growth in housing development, with particular momentum in affordable multi-unit construction and transit-oriented projects. The neighborhood around the school is walkable and served by multiple subway lines and bus routes, with nearby access to commercial corridors and public resources.
Operationally, the school addressed a Certificate of Occupancy deficiency during its prior charter term and resolved that through its Corrective Action Plan ahead of its 2022 renewal. For a family choosing a charter school, understanding the operational history and current facility status may inform the decision.
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