Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cornerstone Academy For Social Action 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cornerstone Academy for Social Action serves a 0.5 square mile area in the Bronx, NY, with typical driving times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes, and the furthest edge of the zone located approximately 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cornerstone Academy For Social Action's student population of 258 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
258 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Rankings
Cornerstone Academy For Social Action 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 is 0.57, 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
#4031 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
52%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
40%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
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's ranking?
Cornerstone Academy For Social Action is ranked #4031 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 often compared to?
Cornerstone Academy For Social Actionis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 153 Helen Keller, P.s. 160 Walt Disney by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cornerstone Academy For Social Action?
258 students attend Cornerstone Academy For Social Action.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Cornerstone Academy For Social Action students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornerstone Academy For Social Action?
Cornerstone Academy For Social Action 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 offer ?
Cornerstone Academy For Social Action offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cornerstone Academy For Social Action part of?
Cornerstone Academy For Social Action is part of New York City Geographic District #11.
In what neighborhood is Cornerstone Academy For Social Action located?
Cornerstone Academy For Social Action is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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