Serving 569 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Brilla Veritas Charter School 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 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 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 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brilla Veritas Charter School's student population of 569 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
569 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Brilla Veritas Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brilla Veritas Charter School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2066 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
66%
31%
Black
29%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brilla Veritas Charter School's ranking?
Brilla Veritas Charter School is ranked #2066 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brilla Veritas Charter School?
569 students attend Brilla Veritas Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Brilla Veritas Charter School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brilla Veritas Charter School?
Brilla Veritas Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brilla Veritas Charter School offer ?
Brilla Veritas Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brilla Veritas Charter School part of?
Brilla Veritas Charter School is part of Brilla VERITAS Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Brilla Veritas Charter School located?
Brilla Veritas Charter School is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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