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Bronx Preparatory Charter School
High School · BRONX PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL
3872 3RD AVE, Bronx, NY 10457
Enrollment
891
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
891
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,377 of 4,742
In Bronx
#150 of 452
public schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Bronx Preparatory Charter School
Bronx Preparatory Charter School is a public high school in Bronx, NY, part of BRONX PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL. Bronx Preparatory Charter School serves approximately 891 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bronx Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,377 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Bronx Preparatory Charter School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Bronx Preparatory Charter School 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.
53% of students at Bronx Preparatory Charter School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bronx Preparatory Charter School — Students at Bronx Preparatory Charter School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Bronx Preparatory Charter School Compares
See how Bronx Preparatory Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3872 3RD AVE, Bronx, NY 10457
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bronx Preparatory Charter School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BRONX CENTER FOR SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOTT HALL BRONX HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EXIMIUS COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR APPLIED MATH AND SCIENCE (THE) Bronx | 0.1 mi | 3.2 |
| MOTT HALL BRONX HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| VALIDUS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| PS/MS 4 CROTONA PARK WEST Bronx | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 6 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| PS 42 CLAREMONT Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 110 THEODORE SCHOENFELD Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| MOTT HALL III Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| IS 313 SCHOOL OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| IS 339 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 1 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| BRONX LEADERSHIP ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 55 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX 2 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| EXIMIUS COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| BRONX CENTER FOR SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| WILDFLOWER NEW YORK CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| IS 219 NEW VENTURE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY III SECONDARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| KAPPA Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,911
Median Home Value
$336,900
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
79,375
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
6.2%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
34.1%
Median Age
31.8
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| ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL Allegany, NY | 6.2 |
| AMSTERDAM HIGH SCHOOL Amsterdam, NY | 6.2 |
| REGIS HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY | 6.2 |
| THE URSULINE SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY | 6.2 |
| HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY Jamaica, NY | 6.3 |
| JOSEPH C WILSON MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bronx Preparatory Charter School
What grades does Bronx Preparatory Charter School serve?
Bronx Preparatory Charter School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Bronx Preparatory Charter School?
Bronx Preparatory Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 891 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bronx Preparatory Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bronx Preparatory Charter School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bronx Preparatory Charter School rank in NY?
Bronx Preparatory Charter School ranks #2,377 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Bronx Preparatory Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bronx Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Preparatory Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bronx Preparatory Charter School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bronx Preparatory Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Bronx Preparatory Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Bronx Preparatory Charter School a Title I school?
No, Bronx Preparatory Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bronx Preparatory Charter School?
85.9% of students at Bronx Preparatory Charter School 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 891
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.1%
- Phone
- (718) 294-0841
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
BRONX PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 891
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,735
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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