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What’s Special
Nice range of science courses; partnership with the University of Vermont
The Downside
Limited arts
At Astor Collegiate, students take four years each of math and science and two years technology courses. Through a longtime partnership with the University of Vermont, students get lots of support with college admissions.
Sandra Burgos has been the school’s principal since 2010. A graduate of Christopher Columbus High School where Astor Collegiate is located, Burgos has worked her entire teaching career in the building, first as a Spanish teacher and then as assistant principals at Columbus High School and Astor Collegiate. “I never left the place except to go to college,” Burgos said during one of our visits.
Typical of many small schools, course offerings are limited. In addition to taking classes at Lehman College, Bronx Community College and Hostos Community College, students may choose from several Advanced Placement (AP) classes and science electives such as forensics, environmental science, biochemistry, microbiology and zoology. They also take visual arts and learn Spanish.
Astor Collegiate is housed in the Christopher Columbus Educational Campus building, which it shares with several small high schools. All schools in the building share use of the cafeteria, library, gymnasiums, auditorium and culinary arts room. Students may participate in campus-wide orchestras and PSAL sports teams.
Most teachers would recommend this school based on their responses to the NYC School survey; student suspensions fall below the citywide average. However, student attendance needs to improve and many students say bullying occurs at the school.
The University of Vermont partners with several schools in the building including Astor Collegiate. In addition to admitting and offering scholarships to a few graduates, Vermont sponsors student trips to its campus and support for seniors preparing for college interviews and completing applications.
SPECIAL EDUCATION: The school has self-contained and ICT (Integrated Collaborative Teaching) classes.
(Laura Zingmond, web reports, December 2018)
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Advanced Courses
Calculus
Computer Science
Physics
Advanced Foreign Language
AP/IB Arts, English, History or Social Science
AP/IB Math or Science
Music
College Readiness
Programs & Admissions
From the 2024 High School DirectoryScience (X17B)
Program Description:
The science track is ideal for students who are interested in pursuing a career in the medical field. Students will earn certification in first aide by the end of 10th grade and certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) by 12th grade.
Technology (X17T)
Program Description:
The technology track is ideal for students who are interested in coding and creating new computer programs in robotics, Augmented and Virtual Reality, and 3D printing. Upon completions, students will earn certification in autodesk.
Offerings
From the 2024 High School DirectoryLanguage Courses
Italian, Spanish
Advanced Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Seminar, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP United States History, Calculus (Advanced Math), Chemistry (Advanced Science), Comp Sci/Math Tech (College Course [Credited]), Econ/Gov (Advanced Placement), ELA (College Course [Credited]), Math (College Course [Credited]), Science (College Course [Credited]), World Languages (Advanced Placement), World Languages (Advanced World Languages)
Boys PSAL teams
Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Football, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball
Girls PSAL teams
Basketball, Bowling, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball
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Contact & Location
Location
925 Astor Avenue
Bronx
NY
10469
Trains: to Allerton Av; to Pelham Parkway
Buses: Bx12, Bx12-SBS, Bx25, Bx26, Bx30, Bx39, Bx8, BxM11
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Other Details
This school shares the Christopher Columbus Educational Campus with four other schools
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