Needs Improvement
#4483 of 4,742 schools in NY
Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4
Elementary School · BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4
4300 MURDOCK AVE, Bronx, NY 10466
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,483 of 4,742
In Bronx
#417 of 452
public schools
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4
Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4. Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,483 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 — Students at Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.0/10.
How Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 Compares
See how Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4300 MURDOCK AVE, Bronx, NY 10466
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 68 (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAMILTON SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING (rated 5.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOUNT ST MICHAEL ACADEMY Bronx | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 87 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| CECIL H PARKER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| PS 68 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| WAKE-EDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| GRIMES SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| DENZEL WASHINGTON SCHOOL-ARTS Mount Vernon | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| REBECCA TURNER ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| MATILDA AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| BAYCHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ONE WORLD MIDDLE SCHOOL AT EDENWALD Bronx | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| BRONX ALLIANCE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 16 WAKEFIELD Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| BENJAMIN TURNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| AMANI PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| EDWARD WILLIAMS SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| PS 112 BRONXWOOD Bronx | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING Bronx | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 111 SETON FALLS Bronx | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| HAMILTON SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10466 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,328
Median Home Value
$605,300
Median Rent
$1,528/mo
Population
74,061
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
40.6%
Avg Commute
43.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 3.5 |
| BROCTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brocton, NY | 3.5 |
| DAVID PATERSON SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 3.5 |
| FLANDERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malone, NY | 3.5 |
| FORK LANE SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 3.5 |
| HEMPSTEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Valley, NY | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4
What grades does Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 serve?
Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4?
Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4?
The student-teacher ratio at Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 rank in NY?
Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 ranks #4,483 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4's MySchoolScout rating?
Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022).
Is Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 a charter school?
Yes, Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 a Title I school?
No, Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4?
88.4% of students at Bronx Charter School for Excellence 4 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.3%
- Phone
- (347) 773-3100
Resources & Links
District
BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4- District Enrollment
- 352
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,639
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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