Serving 269 students in grades 6-8, South Bronx Early College Academy 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 13% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 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).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Bronx Early College Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Bronx Early College Academy Charter School's student population of 269 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 105% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Bronx Early College Academy 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 South Bronx Early College Academy Charter School is 0.35, 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
#3795 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
78%
30%
Black
20%
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
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
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 Early College Academy Charter School's ranking?
South Bronx Early College Academy Charter School is ranked #3795 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend South Bronx Early College Academy Charter School?
269 students attend South Bronx Early College Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of South Bronx Early College Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Bronx Early College Academy Charter School?
South Bronx Early College Academy Charter School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Bronx Early College Academy Charter School offer ?
South Bronx Early College Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Bronx Early College Academy Charter School part of?
South Bronx Early College Academy Charter School is part of South Bronx Early College Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is South Bronx Early College Academy Charter School located?
South Bronx Early College Academy Charter School is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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