Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rosalyn Yalow 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosalyn Yalow Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Rosalyn Yalow Charter School's student population of 464 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rosalyn Yalow 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 Rosalyn Yalow 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
#2683 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
54%
29%
Black
44%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosalyn Yalow Charter School's ranking?
Rosalyn Yalow Charter School is ranked #2683 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Rosalyn Yalow Charter School often compared to?
Rosalyn Yalow Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Concourse Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Rosalyn Yalow Charter School?
464 students attend Rosalyn Yalow Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Rosalyn Yalow Charter School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rosalyn Yalow Charter School?
Rosalyn Yalow Charter School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rosalyn Yalow Charter School offer ?
Rosalyn Yalow Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rosalyn Yalow Charter School part of?
Rosalyn Yalow Charter School is part of Rosalyn Yalow Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Rosalyn Yalow Charter School located?
Rosalyn Yalow Charter School is located in the Concourse Village neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Concourse Village.
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