Serving 522 students in grades Kindergarten-8, South Bronx Classical Charter School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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: 522 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NY
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Bronx Classical Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Bronx Classical Charter School's student population of 522 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
522 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Rankings
South Bronx Classical Charter School ranks within the top 1% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Bronx Classical Charter School is 0.55, 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
#42 out of 4346 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Hispanic
55%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
39%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-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 South Bronx Classical Charter School's ranking?
South Bronx Classical Charter School is ranked #42 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New York.
What schools are South Bronx Classical Charter School often compared to?
South Bronx Classical Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pharos Academy Charter School, Success Academy Charter School-bronx 2 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend South Bronx Classical Charter School?
522 students attend South Bronx Classical Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of South Bronx Classical Charter School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Bronx Classical Charter School?
South Bronx Classical Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Bronx Classical Charter School offer ?
South Bronx Classical Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Bronx Classical Charter School part of?
South Bronx Classical Charter School is part of South Bronx Classical Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is South Bronx Classical Charter School located?
South Bronx Classical Charter School is located in the Foxhurst neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Foxhurst.
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