Needs Improvement
#4328 of 4,742 schools in NY
Based on limited data
Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School
Elementary School · CARDINAL MCCLOSKEY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL
685 E 182ND ST, Bronx, NY 10457
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,328 of 4,742
In Bronx
#396 of 452
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Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School
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About Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School
Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of CARDINAL MCCLOSKEY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL. Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,328 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School show 35% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Cardinal Mccloskey Community 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.
43% of students at Cardinal Mccloskey Community 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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Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School — Students at Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
How Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School Compares
See how Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
685 E 182ND ST, Bronx, NY 10457
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND APPLIED LEARNING (THE) (rated 5.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 159 LUIS MUMOZ MARIN BILING (rated 5.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood 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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| AVON PRIMARY SCHOOL Avon, NY | 3.8 |
| BRONX LITTLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.8 |
| CARTHAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carthage, NY | 3.8 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY | 3.8 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL #53 Buffalo, NY | 3.8 |
| CONNETQUOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace, NY | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School
What grades does Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School serve?
Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School?
Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School rank in NY?
Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School ranks #4,328 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School has 35% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School a Title I school?
No, Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cardinal Mccloskey Community Charter School?
90.9% of students at Cardinal Mccloskey Community 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 474
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.0%
- Phone
- (347) 708-0480
Resources & Links
District
CARDINAL MCCLOSKEY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 474
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,210
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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