Serving 203 students in grades 6-8, Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa) 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 <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa)'s student population of 203 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa) is 0.52, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2611 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
34%
29%
Black
61%
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
82%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa)'s ranking?
Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa) is ranked #2611 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa) often compared to?
Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa)is often viewed alongside schools like Ms 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams, Equality Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa)?
203 students attend Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa) students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa)?
Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa) has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa) offer ?
Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa) offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa) part of?
Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa) is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa) located?
Cornerstone For Social Action Middle School (Casa) is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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