Serving 794 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Brilla College Preparatory Charter School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 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).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brilla College Preparatory Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brilla College Preparatory Charter School's student population of 794 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
794 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brilla College Preparatory Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brilla College Preparatory Charter School is 0.35, 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
#2077 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
78%
29%
Black
20%
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
88%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brilla College Preparatory Charter School's ranking?
Brilla College Preparatory Charter School is ranked #2077 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brilla College Preparatory Charter School often compared to?
Brilla College Preparatory Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Charter School For Children, Mott Haven Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brilla College Preparatory Charter School?
794 students attend Brilla College Preparatory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Brilla College Preparatory Charter School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brilla College Preparatory Charter School?
Brilla College Preparatory Charter School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brilla College Preparatory Charter School offer ?
Brilla College Preparatory Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brilla College Preparatory Charter School part of?
Brilla College Preparatory Charter School is part of Brilla College Preparatory Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Brilla College Preparatory Charter School located?
Brilla College Preparatory Charter School is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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