Serving 528 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2's student population of 528 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
528 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2 ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2 is 0.68, 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
#321 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
22%
10%
Hispanic
43%
31%
Black
31%
15%
White
3%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2's ranking?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2 is ranked #321 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2 often compared to?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2is often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Charter School For Excellence, Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3, Academic Leadership Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2?
528 students attend Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2 students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 22% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2 has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2 offer ?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2 part of?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2 is part of Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2 located?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 2 is located in the Van Nest neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Van Nest.
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