Serving 808 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bronx Charter School For Excellence ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the New York state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), 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: 808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 61%
- Reading Proficiency: 47%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Charter School For Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bronx Charter School For Excellence's student population of 808 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bronx Charter School For Excellence is 0.69, 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)
(14-15)61%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)47%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
39%
10%
Hispanic
29%
29%
Black
29%
16%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Charter School For Excellence often compared to?
Bronx Charter School For Excellenceis often viewed alongside schools like Icahn Charter School 2 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% NY state average).
How many students attend Bronx Charter School For Excellence?
808 students attend Bronx Charter School For Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Bronx Charter School For Excellence students are Asian, 29% of students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Charter School For Excellence?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Charter School For Excellence offer ?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bronx Charter School For Excellence part of?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence is part of Bronx Charter School For Excellence School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Charter School For Excellence located?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence is located in the Parkchester neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Parkchester.
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