Brilla Caritas Charter School serves 325 students in grades Kindergarten-4.
The student-teacher ratio of 46:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 46:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brilla Caritas Charter School's student population of 325 students has grown by 231% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Brilla Caritas Charter School is 0.25, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
46:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
86%
30%
Black
9%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Brilla Caritas Charter School?
325 students attend Brilla Caritas Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Brilla Caritas Charter School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brilla Caritas Charter School?
Brilla Caritas Charter School has a student ration of 46:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brilla Caritas Charter School offer ?
Brilla Caritas Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brilla Caritas Charter School part of?
Brilla Caritas Charter School is part of Brilla Caritas Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Brilla Caritas Charter School located?
Brilla Caritas Charter School is located in the University Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in University Heights.
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