Below Average
#3827 of 4,742 schools in NY
Cornerstone Academy for Social Action
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
3441 STEENWICK AVE, Bronx, NY 10475
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,827 of 4,742
In Bronx
#332 of 452
public schools
In district
#46 of 62
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
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Cornerstone Academy for Social Action
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About Cornerstone Academy for Social Action
Cornerstone Academy for Social Action is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. Cornerstone Academy for Social Action serves approximately 279 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cornerstone Academy for Social Action has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,827 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cornerstone Academy for Social Action show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
63% of students at Cornerstone Academy for Social Action 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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Cornerstone Academy for Social Action — Students at Cornerstone Academy for Social Action score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 5.8/10.
How Cornerstone Academy for Social Action Compares
See how Cornerstone Academy for Social Action performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3441 STEENWICK AVE, Bronx, NY 10475
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cornerstone Academy for Social Action may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAYCHESTER ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 68 (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 153 HELEN KELLER (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION MIDDLE SCHOOL (CASA) Bronx | 0.0 mi | 4.0 |
| PS 723 Bronx | 0.1 mi | 3.2 |
| CAPITAL PREPARATORY BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| GARVEY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| IS 181 PABLO CASALS Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 178 DR SELMAN WAKSMAN Bronx | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| MS 596 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 176 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| BAYCHESTER ACADEMY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| PS 111 SETON FALLS Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| HARRY S TRUMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| BRONX HEALTH SCIENCES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| MS 180 DR DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| BAYCHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ONE WORLD MIDDLE SCHOOL AT EDENWALD Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| BRONX ALLIANCE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 153 HELEN KELLER Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 68 Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10475 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,383
Median Home Value
$31,900
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
42,771
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
44.9%
Avg Commute
50.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BALLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wilton, NY | 4.6 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Albany, NY | 4.6 |
| DR GEORGE BLACKMAN ECC Buffalo, NY | 4.6 |
| DURHAMVILLE SCHOOL Durhamville, NY | 4.6 |
| JOHN T WAUGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Angola, NY | 4.6 |
| KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie, NY | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cornerstone Academy for Social Action
What grades does Cornerstone Academy for Social Action serve?
Cornerstone Academy for Social Action serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cornerstone Academy for Social Action?
Cornerstone Academy for Social Action has an enrollment of approximately 279 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone Academy for Social Action?
The student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone Academy for Social Action is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cornerstone Academy for Social Action rank in NY?
Cornerstone Academy for Social Action ranks #3,827 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cornerstone Academy for Social Action's MySchoolScout rating?
Cornerstone Academy for Social Action has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Cornerstone Academy for Social Action?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cornerstone Academy for Social Action has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cornerstone Academy for Social Action a charter school?
No, Cornerstone Academy for Social Action is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cornerstone Academy for Social Action a Title I school?
No, Cornerstone Academy for Social Action is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cornerstone Academy for Social Action?
93.5% of students at Cornerstone Academy for Social Action 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 279
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.4%
- Phone
- (718) 794-6160
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11- District Enrollment
- 32,583
- Schools in District
- 62
- District Rank
- #46 of 62
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