Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-8, South Bronx Classical Charter School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Bronx Classical Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Bronx Classical Charter School's student population of 498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Bronx Classical Charter School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Bronx Classical Charter School is 0.54, 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
#258 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
58%
29%
Black
36%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Bronx Classical Charter School's ranking?
South Bronx Classical Charter School is ranked #258 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are South Bronx Classical Charter School often compared to?
South Bronx Classical Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pharos Academy Charter School, Success Academy Charter School-bronx 2 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend South Bronx Classical Charter School?
498 students attend South Bronx Classical Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of South Bronx Classical Charter School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does South Bronx Classical Charter School offer ?
South Bronx Classical Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Bronx Classical Charter School part of?
South Bronx Classical Charter School is part of South Bronx Classical Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is South Bronx Classical Charter School located?
South Bronx Classical Charter School is located in the Foxhurst neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Foxhurst.
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