My son will be a new 9th grader coming in and the schools seems great but unfortunately he does not want to go to the school because of the strict dress code. Now I need to find him a new school because if I don't he's not going to dress the way they want him to and may eventually not go to school at
... Read more all. The strict dress code could really discourage some children. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/30/09
I am a seventh grader in this school and the teachers , staff members are ,polite mostly the teachers. The principal is great and funny i don't even know how to explain her. - U rock ms porter=) -
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Posted by a student on 01/26/09
This school is a nice school in a wonderful facitlity. For themost part the students are respectful of authority, they are students that want the respect that they have to give the administrators.
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Posted by a other on 02/26/08
LGJ looks nice, has some good teachers that teach good n not only teach and learn from but those who built a true relationship with you and who act luke true humans. The bad things are the dresscode rules are to strict they worry more about that then their education,there late and disorganized in everything,they
... Read more change to many rules and apply those that dont apply in the books;n treat teachers unfair. Read less
Posted by a student on 02/10/08
LGJ (Law, Government and Justice) is an academically rigorous, safe and nurturing environment for all students. The faculty and staff love their jobs and their students. They make every effort to provide a well rounded and challenging experience for the students. The students themselves are dedicated,
... Read more charismatic and as a result of the overall tone of the school they are well prepared for the rigors of college and professional life. If you are looking for a premier school with an excellent graduation and college preparatory program this is your place. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 05/08/07
My name is Christina Vasquez and I am a current LGJ student. I have been attending this school for the past 3years. This school offers various of courses. This school is very tremendous. The teachers don't only teach but they guide as well. You are able to get one on one help, thier are always someone
... Read more to talk to. Unlike many other schools this is a safe environment. It's like a second home to many of us. Dont get me wrong they do expect a lot from you. You are challenged the whole way through your highschool year. LGJ even has 7th and 8th graders. How many schools do you see has that. For more information come by and see the school spirit and how it can impact your life, because it sure did mine. Read less
Posted by a student on 02/22/07
I am Amber Morales,I am a student of BLGJ.I think this school is tremendous This school is strict and has good academics.this school has a store in it too!they have nice teachers here,especially Mrs Merel,Mrs Merel helped me a lot and is very nice,people say she's mean but she really is very very nice
... Read more and fun.This has a lot of extracurricular activities like fencing basketball softball baseball...this school loves talking to parents to helpus. Read less
Posted by a student on 10/11/06
The quality of academic programs are great A wide variety of: Civil law courses Business law courses, After school tutoring, Sports, Real court room with international access, The parents are constantly involved. The gym is very huge and comforting. The students are very well mannered, strict dress
... Read more code is enforced. Internships at law firms and big businesses. The school has very small amounts of children within each class for a more personal learning hands on experience. Every teacher becomes really involved with the students and wants nothing but the best for every one equally. no earrings, baggy clothing, or tardiness. the students who attends this high school must be dedicated very hardworking, and respectful. the lunch room is remodeled as the a mcdonalds booth very colorful and spacious. this i have to say is the best school in the bronx maybe even the new york state because of it's value and devotion to strict rules and guidence the teachers provide. Read less
Posted by a student on 03/31/06
My child loves this school, Everybody seems to know each other name from the principal to the students. This school make her think harder and work harder too. she is a seventh grader there but the school doesn't exclude them from events because they are the youngest they treat them like high school students.
... Read more she loves all her classes,the students and the atmosphere. she is able to express herself there and have a critical mind. the teachers are very supportive and they make their classes fun. now she is motivated to go to school.we need more schools like this in the bronx! Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/04/05
As a former employee of BLGJ, I can speak first hand on the commitment and dedication that is possessed by the staff. Students are given an opportunity to learn first hand knowledge of a law based academic program, while at the same time allows them to remain in their community. This school is invaluable.
... Read more Prinicipal David Banks is a tremendous leader, and an asset to the NYCBOE. Read less
School Profile for Bronx School For Law - Gov - Justice
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NYSA* Test Scores
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Test Year: 2009
Bronx School For Law - Gov - Justice
New York City Department Of Education
New York
* In 2008-2009 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, in grades 4 and 8 in science and in grades 5 and 8 in social studies. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.
Student enrollment:
562
Students per teacher:
Full-time teachers:
5
Number of classrooms:
15
Vocational Education
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English as Second Language
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