Bold Charter School

1090 Close Ave
Bronx, NY 10472
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 396 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bold Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 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 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 396 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Top 30% in NY
  • : 60-69% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Bold Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Bold Charter School's student population of 396 students has grown by 111% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 91% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

School Rankings

Bold Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bold Charter School is 0.47, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#987 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
60-69%
46%
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
69%
30%
Black
24%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.47
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bold Charter School's ranking?
Bold Charter School is ranked #987 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bold Charter School?
396 students attend Bold Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Bold Charter School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bold Charter School?
Bold Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bold Charter School offer ?
Bold Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bold Charter School part of?
Bold Charter School is part of Bold Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Bold Charter School located?
Bold Charter School is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 396 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 60-69% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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