Serving 532 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bronx Charter School For Better Learning ranks in the top 50% 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 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bronx Charter School For Better Learning's student population of 532 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Awakening the Learner Within
School Rankings
Bronx Charter School For Better Learning ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronx Charter School For Better Learning 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1976 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
86%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Better Learning's ranking?
Bronx Charter School For Better Learning is ranked #1976 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Charter School For Better Learning often compared to?
Bronx Charter School For Better Learningis often viewed alongside schools like Baychester Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bronx Charter School For Better Learning?
532 students attend Bronx Charter School For Better Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Bronx Charter School For Better Learning students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Charter School For Better Learning?
Bronx Charter School For Better Learning has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Charter School For Better Learning offer ?
Bronx Charter School For Better Learning offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Charter School For Better Learning part of?
Bronx Charter School For Better Learning is part of Bronx Charter School For Better Learning School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Charter School For Better Learning located?
Bronx Charter School For Better Learning is located in the Edenwald neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Edenwald.
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