Serving 891 students in grades 6-12, Bronx Preparatory Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 891 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Preparatory Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bronx Preparatory Charter School's student population of 891 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
891 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Bronx Preparatory Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronx Preparatory Charter School is 0.52, 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
#1300 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
47%
30%
Black
51%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Preparatory Charter School's ranking?
Bronx Preparatory Charter School is ranked #1300 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Preparatory Charter School often compared to?
Bronx Preparatory Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronx Preparatory Charter School?
The graduation rate of Bronx Preparatory Charter School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bronx Preparatory Charter School?
891 students attend Bronx Preparatory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Bronx Preparatory Charter School students are Black, 47% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Preparatory Charter School?
Bronx Preparatory Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Preparatory Charter School offer ?
Bronx Preparatory Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Preparatory Charter School part of?
Bronx Preparatory Charter School is part of Bronx Preparatory Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Preparatory Charter School located?
Bronx Preparatory Charter School is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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