Serving 165 students in grades 6-8, Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa) ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cornerstone Academy for Social Action Middle School serves an attendance zone in Bronx, NY, that spans approximately 468.2 square miles, with a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes to the school and distances reaching up to 35.1 miles from the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa)'s student population of 165 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
165 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa) is 0.54, 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
#3493 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
45%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa)'s ranking?
Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa) is ranked #3493 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa) often compared to?
Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa)is often viewed alongside schools like Equality Charter School, Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa)?
165 students attend Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa) students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa)?
Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa) has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa) offer ?
Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa) offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa) part of?
Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa) is part of New York City Geographic District #11.
In what neighborhood is Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa) located?
Cornerstone Academy For Social Action Middle School (Casa) is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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