Serving 584 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bronx Of Promise Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the New York state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New York state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 35%
- Reading Proficiency: 26%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Of Promise Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bronx Of Promise Charter School's student population of 584 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bronx Of Promise Charter School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)26%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
59%
29%
Black
36%
16%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bronx Of Promise Charter School often compared to?
Bronx Of Promise Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Family Life Charter School, Grand Concourse Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% NY state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% NY state average).
How many students attend Bronx Of Promise Charter School?
584 students attend Bronx Of Promise Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Bronx Of Promise Charter School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Of Promise Charter School?
Bronx Of Promise Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Of Promise Charter School offer ?
Bronx Of Promise Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bronx Of Promise Charter School part of?
Bronx Of Promise Charter School is part of Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Of Promise Charter School located?
Bronx Of Promise Charter School is located in the Mount Eden neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Mount Eden.
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