Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School ranks in the top 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 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School's student population of 549 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1799 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
60%
29%
Black
35%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School's ranking?
Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School is ranked #1799 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School often compared to?
Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Family Life Academy Charter School, Grand Concourse Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School?
549 students attend Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School?
Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School offer ?
Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School part of?
Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School is part of Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School located?
Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School is located in the Mount Eden neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Mount Eden.
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