Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-11, South Bronx Charter School ranks in the top 20% 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 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Bronx Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Bronx Charter School's student population of 434 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (21-22)
19 teachers
Showing 2012–2022. View full 17-year historical data
School Rankings
South Bronx Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Bronx Charter School is 0.22, 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
#824 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Hispanic
88%
31%
Black
10%
15%
White
1%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
DanceTennis
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Bronx Charter School's ranking?
South Bronx Charter School is ranked #824 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are South Bronx Charter School often compared to?
South Bronx Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academic Leadership Charter School, South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii 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 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend South Bronx Charter School?
434 students attend South Bronx Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of South Bronx Charter School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does South Bronx Charter School offer ?
South Bronx Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Bronx Charter School part of?
South Bronx Charter School is part of South Bronx Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is South Bronx Charter School located?
South Bronx Charter School is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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