Summary:
Bronx Charter School For Excellence is a public charter elementary school serving 792 students in grades K-8 in the Bronx, New York. This exceptional school consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for most years, and is part of the highly-ranked Bronx Charter School For Excellence District.
Bronx Charter School For Excellence significantly outperforms the state and local district averages on New York state assessments across all grade levels and subjects. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, 93.59% of 3rd graders were proficient or better in ELA, compared to the state average of 42.6%, and 96.2% were proficient or better in math, compared to 53.93% statewide. The school's exceptional performance extends across all student subgroups, including female, male, Asian, African American, Hispanic, English Language Learners, Special Education, and economically disadvantaged students. This high-level performance is sustained year after year, with the school consistently ranking among the top 5-10% of New York elementary schools.
The school's success is even more remarkable given the high percentage of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds, with over 80% qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. In comparison, the nearby traditional public elementary schools, such as Ps 36 Unionport, perform significantly lower, with only 30.48% of 3rd graders proficient or better in ELA. Bronx Charter School For Excellence's ability to achieve exceptional outcomes for its students, despite the socioeconomic challenges they face, suggests the school is effectively supporting and meeting the needs of its diverse population.
Thank you for your feedback!
Detail: