Archimedes Academy for Math, Science and Technology Applications: admissions and school facts
Archimedes Academy for Math, Science and Technology Applications (DBN 08X367) is a New York City public high school in Castle Hill-Clason Point, the Bronx with one admissions program. Admission: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.). Its average SAT is 884 (2024-25), against a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools. 74% of students graduate in four years.
- Programs
- 1
- Average SAT
- 884
- NYC median 871.5
- 4-year graduation
- 74%
- College and career rate
- 51%
- Students
- 459
- Applicants per seat
- 1
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How to get in
Seats and applicants are from the DOE directory for the Fall 2025 admissions round. Rules can change: confirm them on MySchools.
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)Y37A
Focus: Science & Math
Educational Option: the school takes students of mixed levels. About 16% of seats go to high-scoring students, 68% to mid-range and 16% to lower-scoring; a random number decides within each category.
79 seats · 54 applicants · 1 per seat
About the school
Our school provides a challenging and innovative education focused on math, science, and the integration of technology into all subject areas. Our classes feature inquiry- and project-based curricula and the use of remote response systems. Our non-traditional physical education classes expose students to new experiences that they otherwise might never have. Our students are grouped into four Houses which are divided into smaller advisory groups led by a faculty member. Although classes change, students remain with their House structure and House advisors until graduation. Our students graduate with the knowledge of math, science, and technology applications they need in order to succeed in today's digital society.
Courses and languages
Languages: Spanish
AP courses (3): English Literature and Composition, Statistics, United States History
Sports and clubs
Girls: Basketball, Cross Country, Indoor Track, Softball, Volleyball
Boys: Basketball, Cross Country, Indoor Track, Volleyball, Wrestling
Clubs: Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA)
Students
- Girls
- 42%
- English language learners
- 12%
- Students with disabilities
- 35%
- Economic need index
- 90%
- Asian
- 6%
- Black
- 22%
- Hispanic
- 65%
- White
- 3%
- Multi-racial
- 0%
- Native American
- 3%
What the school community says
Share of positive answers in the 2026 NYC School Survey. This is a DOE survey, not a rating from us.
- Students feel safe
- 66%
- Rigorous instruction
- 44%
- Supportive environment
- 50%
- Family and community ties
- 84%
Location and getting there
- Address
- 456 White Plains Road, Bronx, NY 10473
- Neighborhood
- Castle Hill-Clason Point
- Bus
- Bx22, Bx27, Bx36, Bx39, Bx5
- School hours
- 8:02 AM – 2:52 PM
- Building access
- Fully Accessible
Where to check and ask
Common questions
How do you get into Archimedes Academy for Math, Science and Technology Applications?
Archimedes Academy for Math, Science and Technology Applications admits students through: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.). Families apply by ranking programs on one MySchools application; the application closes December 4, 2026 for fall 2027 entry.
How competitive is Archimedes Academy for Math, Science and Technology Applications?
In the Fall 2025 round the school’s programs had 1 applicants per seat. Your real chance also depends on your priority group and admissions method.
What is the average SAT at Archimedes Academy for Math, Science and Technology Applications?
The average SAT was 884 in 2024-25, compared with a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools (DOE data, students who took the test).
What is the graduation rate at Archimedes Academy for Math, Science and Technology Applications?
74% of students graduate in four years, and the college and career rate is 51% (DOE Fall 2025 directory).
Where is Archimedes Academy for Math, Science and Technology Applications and how do you get there?
The school is at 456 White Plains Road, the Bronx. Bus: Bx22, Bx27, Bx36, Bx39, Bx5.
Other high schools nearby
Sources: NYC DOE Fall 2025 admissions directory, DOE InfoHub demographics 2025-26, SAT 2024-25, NYC School Survey. School Match is not affiliated with NYC Public Schools. How we calculate chances, and how accurate they are