Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 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 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3's student population of 473 students has grown by 102% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 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 Charter School For Excellence 3 is 0.41, 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
#2043 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
73%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3's ranking?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 is ranked #2043 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 often compared to?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road, P.s. 87 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3?
473 students attend Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 offer ?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 part of?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 is part of Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 located?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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