Serving 268 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5's student population of 268 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5 ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5 is 0.44, 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
#1591 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
69%
30%
Black
30%
16%
White
n/a
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
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5's ranking?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5 is ranked #1591 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5?
268 students attend Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5 students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5 has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5 offer ?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5 part of?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5 is part of Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5 located?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 5 is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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