Serving 400 students in grades 6-9, Capital Preparatory Bronx 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 34% (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%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Capital Preparatory Bronx Charter School's student population of 400 students has grown by 102% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Capital Preparatory Bronx 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 Capital Preparatory Bronx Charter School is 0.32, 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
#2141 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
82%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capital Preparatory Bronx Charter School's ranking?
Capital Preparatory Bronx Charter School is ranked #2141 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% 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 Capital Preparatory Bronx Charter School?
400 students attend Capital Preparatory Bronx Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Capital Preparatory Bronx Charter School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Capital Preparatory Bronx Charter School offer ?
Capital Preparatory Bronx Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Capital Preparatory Bronx Charter School part of?
Capital Preparatory Bronx Charter School is part of Capital Preparatory Bronx Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Capital Preparatory Bronx Charter School located?
Capital Preparatory Bronx Charter School is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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