Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bronx Charter School For Better Learning Ii ranks in the bottom 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 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (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 Ii's student population of 423 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
423 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Bronx Charter School For Better Learning Ii ranks within the bottom 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 Ii is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2239 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
81%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Charter School For Better Learning Ii's ranking?
Bronx Charter School For Better Learning Ii is ranked #2239 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
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 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bronx Charter School For Better Learning Ii?
423 students attend Bronx Charter School For Better Learning Ii.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Bronx Charter School For Better Learning Ii students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx Charter School For Better Learning Ii?
Bronx Charter School For Better Learning Ii has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Charter School For Better Learning Ii offer ?
Bronx Charter School For Better Learning Ii offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Charter School For Better Learning Ii part of?
Bronx Charter School For Better Learning Ii is part of Bronx Charter School For Better Learning II School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Charter School For Better Learning Ii located?
Bronx Charter School For Better Learning Ii is located in the Pelham Gardens neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Pelham Gardens.
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