Serving 698 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Grand Concourse Academy Charter School ranks in the top 30% 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 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than 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)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grand Concourse Academy Charter School's student population of 698 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
698 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
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School Rankings
Grand Concourse Academy Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Concourse Academy Charter School is 0.51, 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
#1236 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Asian
4%
10%
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Hispanic
65%
31%
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Black
26%
15%
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White
2%
39%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2023. 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 Grand Concourse Academy Charter School's ranking?
Grand Concourse Academy Charter School is ranked #1236 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Grand Concourse Academy Charter School often compared to?
Grand Concourse Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School, Family Life Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Grand Concourse Academy Charter School?
698 students attend Grand Concourse Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Grand Concourse Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Concourse Academy Charter School?
Grand Concourse Academy Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Grand Concourse Academy Charter School offer ?
Grand Concourse Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grand Concourse Academy Charter School part of?
Grand Concourse Academy Charter School is part of Grand Concourse Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Grand Concourse Academy Charter School located?
Grand Concourse Academy Charter School is located in the Clason Point neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Clason Point.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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