Serving 248 students in grades Kindergarten-8, South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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-8
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii's student population of 248 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Liberated Scholars Of Impeccable Character
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii is 0.56, 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
#47 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
40%
31%
Black
53%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
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
What is South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii's ranking?
South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii is ranked #47 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii often compared to?
South Bronx Classical Charter School Iiis often viewed alongside schools like Icahn Charter School 1, Family Life Academy Charter School Iii by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii?
248 students attend South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii?
South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii offer ?
South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii part of?
South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii is part of South Bronx Classical Charter School II School District.
In what neighborhood is South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii located?
South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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