South Bronx Charter School for International Cultures & the Arts ranks in the top 30% 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 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-10
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Bronx Charter School for International Cultures & the Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-10
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
South Bronx Charter School for International Cultures & the Arts ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Bronx Charter School for International Cultures & the Arts is 0.23, 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
#1263 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
87%
30%
Black
11%
16%
White
1%
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
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Dance, Tennis
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Bronx Charter School for International Cultures & the Arts's ranking?
South Bronx Charter School for International Cultures & the Arts is ranked #1263 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
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 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of South Bronx Charter School for International Cultures & the Arts students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does South Bronx Charter School for International Cultures & the Arts offer ?
South Bronx Charter School for International Cultures & the Arts offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-10 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Bronx Charter School for International Cultures & the Arts part of?
South Bronx Charter School for International Cultures & the Arts is part of South Bronx Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is South Bronx Charter School for International Cultures & the Arts located?
South Bronx Charter School for International Cultures & the Arts is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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