Serving 390 students in grades 5-8, Creo College Preparatory Charter School ranks in the bottom 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 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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 (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Creo College Preparatory Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Creo College Preparatory Charter School's student population of 390 students has grown by 125% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 135% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Creo College Preparatory Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creo College Preparatory Charter School is 0.51, 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
#3098 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1

American Indian
2%
1%

Asian
n/a
10%

Hispanic
62%
30%

Black
33%
16%

White
1%
40%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creo College Preparatory Charter School's ranking?
Creo College Preparatory Charter School is ranked #3098 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Creo College Preparatory Charter School?
390 students attend Creo College Preparatory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Creo College Preparatory Charter School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% 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 Creo College Preparatory Charter School?
Creo College Preparatory Charter School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Creo College Preparatory Charter School offer ?
Creo College Preparatory Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Creo College Preparatory Charter School part of?
Creo College Preparatory Charter School is part of Creo College Preparatory Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Creo College Preparatory Charter School located?
Creo College Preparatory 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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