Bronx Community Charter School


Summary:

Bronx Community Charter School is the sole elementary public charter school serving grades K-8 in the Bronx, New York. This standout school has consistently outperformed the state average on New York State Assessments, particularly in English Language Arts (ELA) and Math. Despite serving a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, with 83.88% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, Bronx Community Charter School has maintained a statewide ranking in the top half of New York elementary schools.

The school's test scores are a key strength, with 5th grade ELA proficiency at 61.7% compared to the state average of 43.68%, and 3rd grade Math proficiency at 56.82% compared to the state average of 53.93%. This academic performance has contributed to the school's fluctuating statewide ranking, which currently places it at 1048 out of 2445 New York elementary schools. The school's spending per student of $25,189 is significantly higher than the state average, which may be a factor in its success.

Overall, Bronx Community Charter School stands out as a high-performing elementary school in the Bronx, offering a quality education to its students despite the challenges of serving an economically disadvantaged population. The school's consistent academic achievement, particularly in core subjects, makes it an attractive option for families in the area seeking a strong public charter school option.

District Detail

 3170 Webster Ave
Bronx, NY 10467

 (718) 944-1400

SchoolDigger Rank:
432nd of 865 New York districts

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Grades served: K-8
Students: 459

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 0
High Schools: 0
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the WNYC and the New York State Department of Health and the NY State Education Department.

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